SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 385

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the annual Good Bull BBQ Cook-Off; and

WHEREAS, This exceptional event takes place on the last Friday and Saturday in February each year and is hosted by the nonprofit group Friends of Brazos Valley Heroes; and

WHEREAS, Sanctioned by the International Barbeque Cookers Association as one of the organization's annual state cook-offs, the Good Bull BBQ Cook-Off showcases accomplished pit masters from across the state putting their skills to the test as they compete for prizes in several different categories; and

WHEREAS, Proceeds from the cook-off benefit the Brazos Valley Veterans organization, along with fire, police, and emergency medical services departments in Brazos, Burleson, Grimes, Leon, Madison, Robertson, and Washington Counties; and

WHEREAS, Featuring good food and spirited culinary competition, the Good Bull BBQ Cook-Off is all the more special for the valuable support it provides local veterans and first responders; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th Legislature, hereby commend the sponsors and organizers of the Good Bull BBQ Cook-Off and extend to them best wishes for continued success; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in honor of this special event.

Schwertner

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 17, 2015.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate