H.R. No. 276 is a resolution recognizing February 18, 2025, as Prairie View A&M University Day at the State Capitol. The resolution celebrates the university's rich history, which dates back to its establishment in 1876 as Alta Vista Agricultural and Mechanical College for Colored Youth. It highlights the institution's evolution, including its designation as a Land Grant College, the introduction of a four-year senior college program in 1919, and its current status as a prominent university with nearly 9,900 students enrolled in the fall 2024 semester. Prairie View A&M University has awarded approximately 46,000 degrees and is noted for its contributions to doctoral research, holding the R2 Carnegie Melon Distinction.

The resolution expresses the Texas House of Representatives' high regard for Prairie View A&M University and extends best wishes to all affiliated with the institution. An official copy of the resolution will be prepared as a formal acknowledgment of the university's achievements and its significant role in providing educational opportunities to students from diverse backgrounds.