H.R. No. 238

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, The Sweetwater Jaycees are visiting the State Capitol on February 2-4, 2009, to share valuable lessons about one of the Lone Star State's most misunderstood residents, the snake; and

WHEREAS, Each year the Sweetwater Jaycees sponsor the World's Largest Rattlesnake Roundup, a three-day extravaganza originally conceived by a group of area farmers and ranchers plagued by an overpopulation of rattlesnakes; and

WHEREAS, Bringing its show on the road, group members have come to Austin to offer their fellow Texans snake demonstrations, information on snake safety, and the ever-popular snake "petting" exhibit; and

WHEREAS, This fun and informative event is always a favorite at the State Capitol, and it is a pleasure to recognize the Sweetwater Jaycees for another unforgettable presentation; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas Legislature hereby welcome the Sweetwater Jaycees to the State Capitol and extend to them sincere best wishes for a successful and memorable visit; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the group as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

King of Taylor

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 238 was adopted by the House on February 4, 2009, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House