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Congressional Recognition of Allen, Texas and North Texas Municipal Water District

Original title: RECOGNIZING 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF ALLEN, TEXAS

Record date · June 30, 2026

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What This Bill Does

Representative Keith Self recognized the city of Allen, Texas, for its 150th anniversary and the North Texas Municipal Water District for its 75th anniversary during a session of the U.S. House of Representatives. These remarks honor the historical milestones and regional contributions of both the city and the utility provider.

Why it matters

This document serves as an official of recognition for local entities, documenting their historical milestones and regional service roles.

Who It Affects

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Indirectly affected

Residents of Allen, Texas

Residents are recognized for their role in the city's history and community development.

Directly affected

North Texas Municipal Water District

The district is the subject of official congressional recognition for its 75 years of service.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of the North Texas Municipal Water District's anniversary?

The district is celebrating 75 years of providing regional water, wastewater, and solid waste services to over 2.4 million Texans.

When was the city of Allen, Texas founded?

The city of Allen was founded in 1876.

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Dual Anniversary Recognition

The document highlights two major regional milestones (150 years for a city and 75 years for a utility) occurring in the same year, 2026.

Allen, Texas North Texas Municipal Water District

Connected Entities

McKinney, Wylie, Government Publishing Office and 7 more

locationMcKinney“Member city of the water district”Map →

locationWylie“Member city of the water district”Map →

OrganizationGovernment Publishing Office“Publisher of the Congressional Record”Map →

locationFrisco“Member city of the water district”Map →

PersonKeith Self“U.S. Representative for Texas' Third Congressional District”Map →

locationAllen, Texas“City celebrating its 150th anniversary”Map →

locationCollin County“County where Allen and the water district operate”Map →

locationPlano“Member city of the water district”Map →

locationFarmersville“Member city of the water district”Map →

OrganizationNorth Texas Municipal Water District“Regional utility provider celebrating its 75th anniversary”Map →

Sources

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