Texas House Bill HR 1168

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

• Filed: 7/7/26

Caption

Congratulating Elemi in Horizon City on ranking No. 2 on Texas Monthly's list of "The 50 Best Tacos in Texas."

Summary

H.R. 1168 is a congratulatory House resolution recognizing Elemi, a restaurant in Horizon City, for ranking No. 2 on Texas Monthly’s list of “The 50 Best Tacos in Texas.” The resolution highlights the restaurant’s founders, Emiliano and Kristal Marentes, and notes chef Emiliano Marentes’ recognition by the James Beard Foundation, the restaurant’s use of handmade tortillas made through nixtamalization, and its emphasis on sustainability and Indigenous food traditions. The resolution also describes Elemi’s role in the local community and its broader visibility through media coverage and grants, framing the restaurant as a source of pride for Horizon City and the state. It directs that an official copy of the resolution be prepared and presented as an expression of the Texas House’s high regard. As a ceremonial measure, it does not create or amend state law, affect regulatory requirements, or impose obligations on any person or entity.

Impact

H.R. 1168 has no substantive legal effect and does not change Texas statutes, administrative rules, or local government authority. Its impact is purely ceremonial: it formally commends a private business, acknowledges its cultural and culinary contributions, and places the recognition in the official records of the Texas House of Representatives.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding the resolution is strongly positive and celebratory. The House adopted it by non-record vote, indicating no recorded opposition and suggesting broad, routine support for a local recognition measure. The language of the resolution emphasizes admiration for the restaurant’s achievements, community value, and preservation of culinary traditions.

Contention

There is no notable policy contention in the bill itself because it is a congratulatory resolution rather than legislation affecting public policy. Any discussion would likely center only on the appropriateness of honoring a specific restaurant, but the available record shows no committee debate, no recorded votes against it, and no evident disagreement among members.