House Concurrent Resolution No. 111 designates Combes, Texas, as the official "Bee Capital of Texas." This resolution highlights the town's rich agricultural history and its evolution from a rural settlement to a vibrant community of over 2,500 residents. Beekeeping has become a significant aspect of Combes' economy and ecosystem, contributing to local agriculture through essential pollination services. The community has embraced its role in beekeeping, fostering a cultural appreciation for the importance of bees in environmental sustainability and food systems.

The resolution emphasizes the pride the residents of Combes take in their town's identity as a center for beekeeping and honey production. It acknowledges the efforts of local businesses and residents in promoting apiaries and honey production, as well as the active preservation of bees. The designation will remain in effect until the 10th anniversary of the resolution's passage, further solidifying Combes' commitment to its beekeeping heritage and its role in the broader agricultural landscape of the Rio Grande Valley.