SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 497

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the Brazos Valley Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4692 Annual Cookoff; and

WHEREAS, This special yearly event takes place on the third weekend in March at Post 4692 in Bryan and attracts skilled barbecue chefs from across the state; it is sanctioned by the International Barbeque Cookers Association as one of the organization's annual state championship cook-offs; and

WHEREAS, Proceeds from the competition fund a wide range of the post's community programs, including the Voice of Democracy and Patriots Pen programs, which provide scholarships to area middle and high school students; also benefiting from the event is the Veterans Relief Fund, a program designed to help veterans in need of monetary assistance; and

WHEREAS, Texans are noted for their love of barbecue, and the Brazos Valley Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4692 Annual Cookoff is a long-standing tradition that provides good fellowship and outstanding cuisine; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th Legislature, hereby commend the sponsors and participants of the Brazos Valley Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4692 Annual Cookoff and extend to all best wishes for continued success; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the post in honor of this special event.

Schwertner

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 27, 2021.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate