~ Texarkana Designated as Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Travel Texas

Governor Greg Abbott has congratulated the City of Texarkana for being designated as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Travel Texas. This recognition comes after the city successfully completed a multi-step certification process, showcasing their commitment to developing tourism as an economic growth strategy.

In his statement, Governor Abbott emphasized the importance of tourism to both the local and state economies. He stated that travelers to and within Texas generate almost $200 billion in annual economic impact and support 1.3 million jobs across the state. He also encouraged all Texas communities to apply for this certification in order to further grow local tourism and create more job opportunities.

Texarkana is now not only a Film Friendly Texas community, but also a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community. Representative Gary VanDeaver expressed his pride in the city's achievement, stating that Texarkana has always been a welcoming place and this certification only highlights what the community does best.

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Mayor Bob Bruggeman also shared his pride in Texarkana's recognition, stating that it underscores the importance of tourism in driving the local economy and strengthening regional partnerships. He also expressed his commitment to continue showcasing Texarkana's welcoming spirit and numerous opportunities that make it a great place to live, work, and visit.

Mayor Pro Tem Jean Matlock echoed these sentiments, stating that this certification is a reflection of Texarkana's commitment to hospitality, collaboration, and community pride. She highlighted the city's unique attractions and local culture as major draws for visitors.

The Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community program is open to local governments or non-profit organizations that lead tourism promotion and development efforts. The benefits of this designation include strengthening relationships important for tourism development, educating local leaders on the importance of tourism to the state, identifying locally driven strategies, and learning about opportunities provided by Travel Texas and other state government programs.

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For more information on the Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community program, interested parties can visit gov.texas.gov/tourism-friendly-texas.

The mission of Travel Texas, under the Governor's Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office, is to market Texas as a premier travel destination in out-of-state and international markets, generate non-Texan travel to the state, and create revenue and jobs for local communities and the state.

Texarkana's designation as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community is a testament to their commitment to promoting tourism and driving economic growth. With this recognition, the city is poised to attract more visitors from across the nation and around the world, further boosting their local economy and creating more job opportunities.

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