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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 299
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WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to |
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welcome the Texas Association of Fairs and Events delegation |
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to Austin for Texas Fair and Event Day at the Capitol; and |
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WHEREAS, The Texas Association of Fairs and Events has been |
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serving the fair and special events industry in Texas for more than |
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80 years and is celebrating its history of service this year with |
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a Fair and Event Day at the Capitol on Tuesday, February 20; and |
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WHEREAS, For more than 100 years, fairs have annually |
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showcased Texas' finest agricultural products and technology and |
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have provided entertainment, educational, and recreational |
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opportunities for people of all ages; and |
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WHEREAS, Fairs are held throughout Texas each year to advance |
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and promote the education of Texas youths and life values; they help |
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to develop responsible and informed citizens, particularly those |
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in 4-H, Future Farmers of America, and Future Homemakers of America, |
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by providing healthy competition through an unequaled forum of |
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exhibits in arts, livestock, horticulture, and agriculture; and |
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WHEREAS, Fairs in Texas contribute millions of dollars |
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annually to Texas youths through scholarships, premiums, and auction |
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proceeds; and |
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WHEREAS, There are also more than 200 events held in Texas |
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that promote and develop the tourism industry and commerce and |
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provide the public with an environment rich in entertainment choices, |
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educational opportunities, and recreational pursuits; now, |
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therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, |
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80th Legislature, hereby welcome the members of the Texas |
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Association of Fairs and Events delegation and extend best wishes |
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to them; and, be it further |
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RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for |
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the Texas Association of Fairs and Events delegation as a memento |
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of this special occasion. |
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Hinojosa |
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President of the Senate |
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I hereby certify that the |
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above Resolution was adopted by |
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the Senate on February 20, 2007. |
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Secretary of the Senate |
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Member, Texas Senate |