SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 562
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to welcome the Texas Association of Fairs and Events delegation to Austin for the Official Texas Fair and Event Day at the Capitol; and WHEREAS, The Texas Association of Fairs and Events has been serving the fair and special events industry in Texas for over 77 years and is celebrating this year with an Official Fair and Event Day at the Capitol on Tuesday, April 8; and WHEREAS, For more than 100 years, fairs have annually showcased Texas' finest agricultural products and technology and have provided entertainment and educational and recreational opportunities; and WHEREAS, Fairs are held throughout Texas each year to advance and promote the education of Texas youths and to affirm life values; they help to develop responsible and informed citizens, particularly those in 4-H, FFA, and FHA, by providing healthy competition through an unparalleled forum of exhibits in arts, livestock, horticulture, and agriculture; and WHEREAS, Fairs in Texas contribute millions of dollars annually to Texas youths through scholarships, premiums, and auction proceeds; and WHEREAS, There are also over 200 events held in Texas that promote and develop the tourist industry and commerce and provide the public with an environment rich in entertainment choices, educational opportunities, and recreational pursuits; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 78th Legislature, hereby welcome and extend best wishes to the members of the Texas Association of Fairs and Events delegation, and, be it further RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the Texas Association of Fairs and Events delegation as a memento of this special occasion. Lucio ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 8, 2003. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate