SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 235

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Elizabeth Borders for her outstanding skills as an equestrian and congratulate her on winning the 2006 American Quarter Horse Youth Association's Ford Youth World Championship in showmanship; and

WHEREAS, Elizabeth and her horse, Finely Principled, executed a difficult pattern to win the competition; it included two trots to stops, a trotted rectangle, and a back toward the judge; and

WHEREAS, Elizabeth has dedicated herself to equestrian events; she graduated early from high school to devote a year to the sport; she has won other competitions as well, including the All American Quarter Horse Congress showmanship event; and

WHEREAS, Elizabeth was the unanimous choice of the judges, and she showed a high level of responsiveness with her horse, which illustrated how much she and her horse have worked together; she is truly worthy of recognition for her hard work and commitment; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 80th Legislature, hereby commend Elizabeth Borders for her hard work and commitment and extend congratulations to her on winning the 2006 Ford Youth World Championship in showmanship; and, be it further

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

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 14, 2007.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate