On Nov. 5, 2019, Texans voted overwhelmingly in support of Proposition 5, a constitutional dedication of revenue from the Sporting Good Sales Tax, so those dollars can only be used by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and the Texas Historical Commission on public parks and historic sites.
Importantly, Proposition 5 will provide the funding to achieve these goals without raising taxes or requiring additional fees. Thank you to everyone who voted in support of our state parks and historic sites. Learn more here.
We need your help to get the word out about the importance of voting YES on Prop. 5 on Nov. 5. Below are high resolution images for you to download and share on your social media channels. Don’t have time to write your own copy? Don’t worry – we’ve done it for you. Click on our social channels to follow our campaign and share memes from Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. This page will be updated weekly with new content. Use hashtags #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5
Additional resources to help you spread the word about this campaign include:
- Prop. 5 One-Pager
- FAQ
- Sample Newsletter Copy
- Additional background research from the Outdoor Industry Association
- Posters that can be printed and displayed
- One-pager about the economic impact of State Parks
- Draft early voting email for you to share with your networks
- MP3 Advertisement (voice of Nolan Ryan)
- See below for videos you can share!
Curious what the Sporting Goods Sales Tax will enable? Take a look at the Brighter Futures page on the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department’s page, which highlights specific projects statewide.
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Proposition 5 passes! Thank you, Texans, for voting to support our state parks and historic sites. #SupportTexasParks #TXLege #VoteTexas
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Proposition 5 passes! Thank you, Texans, for voting to support our state parks and historic sites. #SupportTexasParks #TXLege #VoteTexas
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It's Election Day, y'all. Don't forget to get out and vote for Prop. 5 today to protect Texas' natural areas, water quality and history. Learn more at http://supporttexasparks.org. #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5
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It's Election Day, y'all. Don't forget to get out and vote for Prop. 5 today to protect Texas' natural areas, water quality and history. Learn more at http://supporttexasparks.org. #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5
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#PSA! Friday, November 1, 2019 is the last day of #earlyvoting. Learn more at https://www.supporttexasparks.org/election/ #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5
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#PSA! Friday, November 1, 2019 is the last day of #earlyvoting. Learn more at https://www.supporttexasparks.org/election/ #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5
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Prop. 5 will ensure these funds can only be spent on public parks and historic sites, and not for any other purposes. #SupportTexasParks Vote YES on #Prop5onNov5
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Prop. 5 will ensure these funds can only be spent on public parks and historic sites, and not for any other purposes. #SupportTexasParks Vote YES on #Prop5onNov5
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With the rapid growth of Texas, we must protect Texas' last remaining natural areas today so that they won't be lost forever to development. #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5
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With the rapid growth of Texas, we must protect Texas' last remaining natural areas today so that they won't be lost forever to development. #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5
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#PSA! The first day of early voting is Monday, October 21, 2019. Learn more at https://www.supporttexasparks.org/election/ #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5
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#PSA! The first day of early voting is Monday, October 21, 2019. Learn more at https://www.supporttexasparks.org/election/ #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5
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Unless we protect Texas' natural areas and historic sites, we will lose the very things that make Texas a special place in which to live. #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5
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Unless we protect Texas' natural areas and historic sites, we will lose the very things that make Texas a special place in which to live. #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5
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In an increasingly urban state, public parks are an important way for families to enjoy the great outdoors together without spending a lot of money. Parks are affordable. #SupportTexasParks Vote YES on #Prop5onNov5
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In an increasingly urban state, public parks are an important way for families to enjoy the great outdoors together without spending a lot of money. Parks are affordable. #SupportTexasParks Vote YES on #Prop5onNov5
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You heard right. Prop. 5 Requires no new taxes or fees. #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5
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You heard right. Prop. 5 Requires no new taxes or fees. #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5
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Prop. 5 ensures there will be funding to protect Texas water quality, natural areas, beaches and wildlife so that our children and grandchildren and future generations can enjoy the outdoors the same way we enjoy it today. #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5
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Prop. 5 ensures there will be funding to protect Texas water quality, natural areas, beaches and wildlife so that our children and grandchildren and future generations can enjoy the outdoors the same way we enjoy it today. #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5
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#PSA! The last day to register to vote is Monday, October 7, 2019. Get election information here: https://www.supporttexasparks.org/election/ #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5
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#PSA! The last day to register to vote is Monday, October 7, 2019. Get election information here: https://www.supporttexasparks.org/election/ #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5
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Prop. 5 will conserve Texas natural areas and create new parks and trails, giving more kids access to outdoor activities that will improve their overall physical health and well-being. Vote YES on #Prop5onNov5 #SupportTexasParks
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Prop. 5 will conserve Texas natural areas and create new parks and trails, giving more kids access to outdoor activities that will improve their overall physical health and well-being. Vote YES on #Prop5onNov5 #SupportTexasParks
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Today marks the six-week countdown to election day! Vote YES on Prop. 5 on Nov. 5 to protect Texas' natural areas, water quality and history. Learn more about the amendment at http://supporttexasparks.org. #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5
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Today marks the six-week countdown to election day! Vote YES on Prop. 5 on Nov. 5 to protect Texas' natural areas, water quality and history. Learn more about the amendment at http://supporttexasparks.org. #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5 #laborday #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5 #Texas
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This #LaborDay be sure to get outside and enjoy our state parks and historic sites, and mark your calendar to vote YES on Prop. 5 on Nov. 5 to support sustainable funding for their future. Visit www.SupportTexasParks.org for more info. #SupportTexasParks
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#LaborDayWeekend is a great time to explore Texas state parks and historic sites. See what our great state has to offer and remember to vote YES on Prop. 5 on Nov. 5 to protect our natural areas and history. Happy Labor Day!
#laborday #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5 #Texas
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Love Texas parks and historical sites? Vote YES on Prop. 5 on Nov. 5 to ensure consistent funding for these important Texas treasures. Learn more at www.SupportTexasParks.org. #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5
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Love Texas parks and historical sites? Vote YES on Prop. 5 on Nov. 5 to ensure consistent funding for these important Texas treasures. Learn more at www.SupportTexasParks.org. #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5
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Based on a 2018 Economic Impact study, the parks generated more than $891 million in sales, had a $240 million impact on income for Texas residents, and supported an estimated 6,081 jobs throughout the state. #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5
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Based on a 2018 Economic Impact study, the parks generated $891 million+ in sales, had a $240 million impact on income, and supported aprox. 6,081 jobs in Texas. #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5
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“Unless we protect Texas’ natural areas, we will lose the very things that make Texas a special place in which to live.” 84 percent of all Texas voters agree. #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5
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“Unless we protect Texas’ natural areas, we will lose the very things that make Texas a special place in which to live.” 84 percent of all Texas voters agree. #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5
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State Park visitation is nearing 10 million visitors annually, with park revenues experiencing a nearly 40 percent increase in the last five years. But our park system is aging and infrastructure is outdated. As Texas continues to grow, we must #SupportTexasParks to give Texans access to the great outdoors. #Prop5onNov5 #ItsGoodforTexans
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10 million visit Texas parks annually, but our parks are aging and outdated. As Texas continues to grow, we must #SupportTexasParks to give Texans access to the great outdoors. #ItsGoodforTexans #Prop5onNov5
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Texans support our parks and would vote YES on a constitutional amendment to ensure consistent funding. #Prop5onNov5 #SupportTexasParks
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Texans support our parks and would vote YES on a constitutional amendment to ensure consistent funding. #Prop5onNov5 #SupportTexasParks
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Because 95% of Texas is privately owned, state and local parks provide essential outdoor experiences to an increasingly urban state. Vote YES on Prop. 5, which will provide reliable funding for our parks. #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5
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Because 95% of Texas is privately owned, state and local parks provide essential outdoor experiences to an increasingly urban state. Vote YES on Prop. 5, which will provide reliable funding for our parks. #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5
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There is no better time to get outdoors and enjoy Texas State Parks. See you there. Find a state park near you: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/state-parks-map.phtml #SupportTexasParks #ItsAllWaitingForYou #Prop5onNov5
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There is no better time to get outdoors and enjoy Texas State Parks. See you there. #SupportTexasParks #ItsAllWaitingForYou #Prop5onNov5
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Our parks need a consistent stream of funding as intended by the Sporting Goods Sales Tax. A constitutional dedication will preserve Texas State Parks for our children and grandchildren. Thank you to Sen. Lois Kolkhorst and Rep. John Cyrier for your support of #Prop5. #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5
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Our parks need a consistent stream of funding as intended by the Sporting Goods Sales Tax. A constitutional dedication will preserve Texas Parks for future generations. Thank you @loiskolkhorst and @JCyrier for your support of #Prop5 to do just that. #SupportTexasParks #Prop5onNov5
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