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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, Tilman Fertitta has proven himself to be a valued |
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supporter of the Juneteenth celebration in Galveston; and |
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WHEREAS, An official state holiday since 1980, Juneteenth |
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celebrates an important milestone in human rights in Texas, the |
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first reading of the Emancipation Proclamation in Galveston on June |
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19, 1865, by Union general Gordon Granger, which effectively freed |
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the 250,000 slaves in Texas at the end of the Civil War; and |
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WHEREAS, A Galveston native, Mr. Fertitta is the chief |
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executive officer of Landry's Restaurants, overseeing operations |
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for the well-known dining corporation; and |
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WHEREAS, Mr. Fertitta has provided a complimentary brunch for |
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the 500 attendees of the annual Juneteenth celebration at the |
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historic Ashton Villa in Galveston for many years, and that |
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tradition continues in 2009; and |
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WHEREAS, Through his dedication, Tilman Fertitta has helped |
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to heighten awareness of the history of Juneteenth for visitors and |
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residents of Galveston alike; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas |
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Legislature hereby commend Tilman Fertitta for his outstanding |
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efforts in behalf of Juneteenth activities in Galveston and extend |
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to him sincere best wishes for continued success and happiness; |
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and, be it further |
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RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be |
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prepared for Mr. Fertitta as an expression of high regard by the |
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Texas House of Representatives. |