Designating Port Aransas as the official Fishing Capital of Texas for a 10-year period ending in 2035.

HCR 117 is a concurrent resolution designating Port Aransas as Texas' official Fishing Capital for a 10-year period ending in 2035. This symbolic designation directly affects Port Aransas, recognizing its established role in the state's fishing industry and tourism. The resolution cites the city's history of hosting major fishing tournaments, diverse marine ecosystems, and its economic reliance on fishing-related businesses. It references Section 391.003(e) of the Texas Government Code to establish the 10-year duration. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new regulations or funding but formally acknowledges Port Aransas' cultural and economic connection to fishing.