Texas HCR12 designates Alvord as the official Gateway to the Grasslands for a 10-year period ending in 2035.

The Texas HCR12 bill recognizes the city of Alvord as the official Gateway to the Grasslands, highlighting its role in providing access to the Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland. This resolution emphasizes the ecological and recreational benefits of the grasslands, including flood prevention, erosion control, and habitat for wildlife. Alvord, located in northern Wise County, serves as a central hub for outdoor activities such as horseback riding, hiking, and birdwatching. The designation will remain in effect until the 10th anniversary of the resolution's passage.

Texas HCR12 designates Alvord as the official Gateway to the Grasslands for a 10-year period ending in 2035.

The Texas HCR12 bill recognizes the city of Alvord as the official Gateway to the Grasslands, highlighting its role in providing access to the Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland. This resolution emphasizes the ecological and recreational benefits of the grasslands, including flood prevention, erosion control, and habitat for wildlife. Alvord, located in northern Wise County, serves as a central hub for outdoor activities such as horseback riding, hiking, and birdwatching. The designation will remain in effect until the 10th anniversary of the resolution's passage.