The resolution commemorates the upcoming 180th anniversary of Texas's admission into the United States, which will occur on December 29, 2025. It outlines the historical context surrounding Texas's annexation, detailing the political discussions and challenges faced from the time of the Republic of Texas's establishment in 1836 through the eventual approval of the annexation by the U.S. Congress in 1845. Key figures such as Presidents Mirabeau B. Lamar and Sam Houston, as well as U.S. President John Tyler, played significant roles in the complex negotiations and political maneuvers that ultimately led to Texas becoming the 28th state.
The resolution emphasizes the pride that Texas residents take in their heritage as Americans and recognizes the importance of this historic date in Texas history. It calls for the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas to officially commemorate the anniversary, reflecting the state's enduring connection to its past and its identity within the United States.