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SENATE RESOLUTION
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WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to |
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recognize the National Championship Barbecue Cookoff in the City |
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of Meridian in Bosque County; and |
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WHEREAS, Sanctioned by the Outlaw BBQ Association as one |
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of the organization's annual state championship cook-offs, the |
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National Championship Barbecue Cookoff is a highly anticipated |
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annual event that offers barbecue enthusiasts of all ages an |
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enjoyable day of heated competition and delicious seasoned and |
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smoked meats; and |
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WHEREAS, This popular community event attracts an |
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impressive lineup of talented chefs and pitmasters from across |
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Texas and other regions who exhibit their skills while competing |
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for top ranking in such categories as brisket, pork ribs, and |
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chicken; and |
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WHEREAS, In addition to providing a variety of excellent |
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food and spirited culinary competition, the cook-off offers |
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residents of Meridian and visitors from near and far the |
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opportunity to enjoy a day of family-friendly fun at Bosque |
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Bottoms and to share in this cherished community tradition; and |
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WHEREAS, The National Championship Barbecue Cookoff |
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contest is a fitting celebration of the tasty cuisine that is |
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such an integral part of Texas culture, and the cook-off is a |
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source of many fond memories for past attendees and is sure to |
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provide a fun and rewarding gathering for the residents of |
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Meridian and numerous visitors; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th |
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Legislature, hereby commend the organizers and participants of |
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the National Championship Barbecue Cookoff on their |
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contributions to the culinary flair of the Lone Star State and |
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extend to all of the event's attendees best wishes for a |
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memorable and successful event; and, be it further |
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RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in |
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honor of this special occasion. |