Senate Resolution No. 152 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. This event highlights the significant contributions of both institutions to higher education in Texas, with a combined enrollment of nearly 133,000 students and over 1.17 million alumni. The universities are noted for their exceptional research capabilities, cultural contributions, and commitment to serving diverse populations, including veterans. Their combined research expenditures exceed $2.3 billion, and they offer a wide range of graduate programs, fostering innovation and economic growth in the state.

The resolution commends the students and alumni of both universities for their dedication to promoting higher education and acknowledges the institutions' roles as cultural centers and supporters of athletics. With a faculty that includes Nobel laureates and National Academy members, both universities provide valuable educational opportunities and contribute to the development of informed citizens. The Senate expresses pride in the achievements of The University of Texas at Austin and Texas A&M University, recognizing their status as leading higher education institutions in Texas and beyond.