Designating Newton County as the official Forest Capital of Texas for a 10-year period ending in 2035.
HCR 18 designates Newton County as the official Forest Capital of Texas for a 10-year period ending in 2035. The resolution recognizes the county's natural resources, including the Sabine National Forest and Big Thicket National Preserve, as key attractions for outdoor recreation and tourism. This symbolic designation does not create new laws or funding but formally acknowledges the area's ecological and recreational significance.
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Aug 2025
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Introduced Aug 27, 2025
Last action Aug 27, 2025
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Joanne Shofner
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