By: Creighton S.C.R. No. 38       SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION   WHEREAS, The Gulf of America is a vital economic and   strategic resource for the United States, providing critical trade   routes, energy resources, and national security benefits; and          WHEREAS, Texas, as a sovereign state within the United   States, retains ownership and authority over the 10-mile zone off   its coast, ensuring that its natural resources and economic   interests are protected; and          WHEREAS, The Trump Administration has prioritized American   energy independence, economic growth, and state sovereignty,   aligning with Texas' strategic interests in managing its coastal   resources; and          WHEREAS, Strong federal-state partnerships are essential for   the responsible development of offshore energy resources,   fisheries, and maritime trade to benefit both Texas and the broader   United States; and          WHEREAS, Securing Texas' economic and territorial   sovereignty strengthens national security by preventing foreign   influence and ensuring responsible stewardship of natural   resources; now, therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas   hereby recognize the strategic importance of the Gulf of America to   the economic and security interests of Texas and the United States;   and, be it further          RESOLVED, That the Texas Legislature affirm Texas'   sovereignty over its 10-mile coastal zone and support its authority   to manage its resources in alignment with national interests; and,   be it further          RESOLVED, That the Texas Legislature commend the Trump   Administration's policies that support energy independence,   economic growth, and state sovereignty; and, be it further          RESOLVED, That the Texas Legislature encourage continued   collaboration between federal and state entities to enhance energy   production, maritime trade, and resource management in the Gulf of   America; and, be it further          RESOLVED, That the Texas Legislature oppose any federal   overreach that would undermine Texas' control over its coastal   resources and call for policies that prioritize state rights and   economic prosperity.