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This concurrent resolution designates Rockwall County as the official Marriage Capital of Texas for a 10-year period. The resolution highlights Rockwall County's long-standing history as a popular wedding destination, dating back over 90 years, with a particularly notable period in the 1940s and 1950s when the county had unique marriage licensing practices. Historically, the county distinguished itself by offering 24-hour marriage license services through a night watchman and a local doctor who facilitated required blood tests, and featured a justice of the peace who officiated over 6,000 weddings between 1952 and 1957. The resolution acknowledges the county's continued appeal as a wedding location, citing its beautiful marriage certificates and diverse wedding venues ranging from luxurious manors to scenic gardens and ranch settings. Specifically, the resolution officially recognizes Rockwall County's special connection to marriage and establishes its "Marriage Capital" designation until the 10th anniversary of the resolution's passage, in accordance with Texas Government Code Section 391.003(e).

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