SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 12

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize Tilman Fertitta, chairman, president, and chief 
executive officer of Landry's Restaurants, Incorporated, who 
was inducted recently into the Texas Business Hall of Fame; and

	WHEREAS, The Texas Business Hall of Fame Foundation 
recognizes business leaders in Texas who have made outstanding 
contributions to their industries and their communities; and

	WHEREAS, Publicly traded Landry's Restaurants, 
Incorporated, is one of the nation's largest and fastest growing 
casual dining and entertainment companies; the company owns and 
operates more than 300 restaurants, as well as a number of other 
business developments, and employs 30,000 workers in 36 states; 
and

	WHEREAS, A native Texan, Tilman Fertitta is also the owner 
of Fertitta Hospitality, a hotel, development, and entertainment 
company; and

	WHEREAS, An exemplary gentleman and a highly successful 
entrepreneur, Tilman Fertitta deserves recognition for his 
exceptional achievements and contributions to our state; 
now, therefore, be it

	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 
79th Legislature, hereby commend Tilman Fertitta on his many 
accomplishments and congratulate him on his induction into the 
Texas Business Hall of Fame; and, be it further

	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
him as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on January 24, 2005.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate