89th Legislature

HCR 89

Principle Criteria
Free Enterprise
Property Rights
Personal Responsibility
Limited Government
Individual Liberty
Digest
HCR 89 designates the cannon as the official state gun of Texas. The resolution traces the historical importance of cannons in Texas history, including their role in the Battle of Gonzales, the Alamo, and the Battle of San Jacinto. It also references their continued presence in historical sites and celebrations across the state. The resolution seeks to recognize the cannon as a lasting symbol of Texas' fight for independence and its unique historical heritage​.
Author
Cole Hefner
Carrie Isaac