Texans Are Very Upset About the Sale of Whataburger. Here’s Why That Reaction Makes Total Sense

In April 2001, a joint resolution passed the Texas House and Senate that declared Whataburger, the state’s beloved fast-food chain, to be a “Texas Treasure.” In the most Texan fashion imaginable, the bill honoring the burger institution was introduced by the state chair of the Texas Public Health Committee. "They deserve credit for capturing the hearts — and taste buds — of millions of Texans, including many in the House of Representatives," Rep.

In April 2001, a joint resolution passed the Texas House and Senate that declared Whataburger, the state’s beloved fast-food chain, to be a “Texas Treasure.” In the most Texan fashion imaginable, the bill honoring the burger institution was introduced by the state chair of the Texas Public Health Committee. "They deserve credit for capturing the hearts — and taste buds — of millions of Texans, including many in the House of Representatives," Rep.