House Concurrent Resolution No. 123 commemorates the upcoming 250th anniversary of the adoption of the American Declaration of Independence on July 4, 2026. The resolution outlines the historical context leading to the Declaration, including the growing tensions between the American colonies and Great Britain due to oppressive taxation and policies. It highlights the formation of the Continental Congress, the drafting process led by Thomas Jefferson, and the eventual adoption of the Declaration, which articulated the colonies' grievances and foundational principles of liberty, equality, and unalienable rights.

The resolution emphasizes the significance of the Declaration of Independence as a pivotal document in American history, serving as a source of inspiration for liberty and justice worldwide. It calls upon the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas to officially recognize and commemorate this important milestone in the founding of the United States.