NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas – The King of Country was named the 2018 Texan of the Year by the Texas Legislative Conference on Monday for his fundraising efforts for victims of Hurricane Harvey.
George Strait will be presented with the award on March 22 at the New Braunfels Civic Center. Strait will join several other prominent political figures including U.S. presidents, representatives and business icons.
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"No one has done more than George Strait to raise awareness and funds for the Hurricane Harvey relief efforts," conference chair Doug Miller said. "He put his well-earned reputation on the line and asked not only his fellow Texans to step up, but all Americans. And they have."
According to a release, Strait has raised over $50 million for Hurricane Harvey victims.
The Texas Legislative Conference is a "nonpartisan organization of Texas business and political leaders who meet annually in New Braunfels to focus on public policy issues."
Those interested in ticket information for the Texan of the Year reception and related events can call the Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce at 830-608-2816.