The resolution recognizes February 26, 2025, as Orange and Maroon Legislative Day, celebrating the collaboration between The University of Texas at Austin and Texas A&M University, the two largest universities in Texas. This event highlights their combined efforts to promote higher education in the state, showcasing their significant contributions to the academic and cultural landscape of Texas. With over 1.17 million alumni and nearly 133,000 students enrolled in the fall of 2024, both institutions are noted for their exceptional research capabilities, boasting annual research expenditures exceeding $2.3 billion and offering a wide range of graduate programs.

Additionally, the resolution emphasizes the universities' roles in fostering informed citizens, driving economic growth, and supporting military personnel and veterans. Both institutions are recognized for their commitment to diversity in education, cultural engagement, and athletic support, as well as their impressive faculty, which includes Nobel laureates and National Academy members. The House of Representatives commends the students and alumni of these universities for their dedication to enhancing higher education in Texas, reinforcing the importance of these institutions on state, national, and international levels.