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HR 983

Congratulating 2M Smokehouse in San Antonio on its receipt of a 2024 MICHELIN Recommended designation.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Diego Bernal

Texas House resolution formally honors 2M Smokehouse in San Antonio for achieving a 2024 MICHELIN Recommended restaurant designation.

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Bill Summary · HR 983

Legislative bill overview

HR 983 is a commemorative resolution that officially congratulates 2M Smokehouse in San Antonio for receiving a 2024 MICHELIN Recommended designation. The resolution has no legislative effect and serves purely as a formal recognition of the restaurant's achievement.

Why is this important

While ceremonial in nature, such resolutions acknowledge local business success and can boost community pride and tourism visibility for recognized establishments. They represent how legislative bodies use their platforms to highlight economic achievements within their districts.

Potential points of contention

  • Use of legislative time: Critics argue that commemorative resolutions consume legislative time and resources that could address substantive policy issues
  • Selection criteria: Questions about why this particular establishment receives recognition while others in the community may not, and what standards determine which businesses merit formal recognition
  • Precedent and equity: Concerns that frequent commemorative resolutions create expectations for similar recognition across all districts, potentially creating administrative burden

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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