H.R. No. 31 is a resolution commemorating the 200th anniversary of the founding of Gonzales, Texas, which will be celebrated in 2025. The resolution highlights the city's historical significance, including its establishment as the capital of DeWitt's colony in 1825, its pivotal role in the Texas Revolution marked by the Battle of Gonzales, and its subsequent development into a thriving community. By 1880, Gonzales had grown to include various essential services and a population of 2,900, and it continued to flourish as a center for agriculture and shipping.

The resolution acknowledges the pride of Gonzales residents in their heritage and their contributions to Texas history while looking forward to a bright future. It expresses the House of Representatives' best wishes for a meaningful and memorable bicentennial celebration, recognizing the city's rich past and its ongoing significance in the Lone Star State.