2021S0528-1 08/12/21

By: Campbell S.R. No. 36

SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the staff and volunteers of the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo on their success with the 2021 rodeo season and their contributions to Texas education; and

WHEREAS, The San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo was founded on a core mission of generating funds for the youth of Texas; money raised through the show's annual events is returned to the community through scholarships, grants, and funding for student programs; and

WHEREAS, Since its inception in 1984, the rodeo has raised $232 million in funds that have helped to educate more than 12,000 young citizens; currently, 1,500 students who attend colleges and universities in Texas benefit from these exemplary efforts; and

WHEREAS, The rodeo's 6,000 volunteers worked carefully to plan and facilitate the 2021 event in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic; they faced unprecedented challenges again when the February snowstorm hit, yet they succeeded in ensuring the safety of animals and guests, and they continued on with events when the skies cleared; stock show personnel are proud that their incredible efforts led to $9 million in contributions to Texas education in 2021; and

WHEREAS, The San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo is a true gem of Texas culture and tradition, and all who contribute to its ongoing success are indeed deserving of special recognition; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby recognize the staff and volunteers of the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo for their commitment to Texas education and their outstanding efforts to ensure the success of the 2021 rodeo season; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the show as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.