H.R. No. 67

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, For many years, citizens of Grand Prairie have taken part in an annual Cinco de Mayo celebration that has become a treasured tradition in the community among people of every ethnic heritage, and in the year 2018, the city's residents are once again gathering in observance of this notable occasion; and

WHEREAS, Cinco de Mayo commemorates the stunning victory achieved by Mexican troops over an invading French army at the battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862; led by General Ignacio Zaragoza Seguin, an untrained militia of some 4,500 Mexicans routed 6,500 French soldiers, considered to be among the best military troops in the world; and

WHEREAS, The Grand Prairie celebration of Cinco de Mayo not only pays tribute to a significant date in Mexican history but also assists area students through the raising of scholarship funds; this year's event would not be possible without the hard work and dedication of the Cinco de Mayo Committee and the sponsorship of a number of local businesses and organizations; and

WHEREAS, In commemorating Cinco de Mayo, we honor the ideals of freedom and self-determination and the willingness to take on seemingly overwhelming odds in behalf of a worthwhile cause, and it is a pleasure to join the citizens of Grand Prairie in observing this proud day in Mexican history, a day whose significance continues to speak to people around the world; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature hereby recognize the 31st annual Cinco de Mayo celebration in Grand Prairie and extend to all those involved sincere best wishes for a memorable event.

Alonzo Anderson of Dallas

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 67 was adopted by the House on February 23, 2017, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House