The Texas House of Representatives has passed a resolution recognizing April 14, 2025, as Rice University Day at the State Capitol. This celebration honors Rice University, founded in 1891 and distinguished as a leading institution with the highest research activity designation (R1) from the Carnegie Classification. The resolution highlights the university's significant milestones, including the 50th anniversaries of four of its schools during the 2024-2025 academic year. It also acknowledges the contributions of various schools within the university, such as the Jones Graduate School of Business, the Shepherd School of Music, the George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing, and the Wiess School of Natural Sciences, each of which has made notable advancements in their respective fields.

The resolution emphasizes Rice University's impact on knowledge and innovation across diverse disciplines, contributing to the prosperity of Texas. It expresses a warm welcome to the distinguished delegation from Rice University visiting the Capitol and directs that an official copy of the resolution be prepared as a token of esteem from the Texas House of Representatives.