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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, The 49th annual East Texas Poultry Festival is |
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taking place in Center from October 2 to 4, 2025; and |
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WHEREAS, Sponsored by the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce, |
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the annual festival is held in support of the area's robust poultry |
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industry; the celebration also benefits community initiatives, and |
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county 4-H and FFA members receive financial assistance for college |
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through their participation in the broiler show and auction; and |
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WHEREAS, This much-anticipated event features a variety of |
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activities and attractions; among them are a carnival, food, arts, |
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and crafts vendors, the Chicken Trot 5K, a chicken clucking |
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contest, and quilt, creative arts, photography, car, ag/mechanic, |
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and textile shows, along with cake decorating; and |
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WHEREAS, A fun and family-friendly occasion for all ages, the |
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East Texas Poultry Festival has delighted residents and visitors |
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alike for nearly half a century, and it is a pleasure to recognize |
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this popular gathering and the positive difference it has made in |
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the region; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas |
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Legislature hereby commemorate the 49th annual East Texas Poultry |
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Festival and extend to its organizers and attendees sincere best |
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wishes for a successful and enjoyable event. |
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Shofner |
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Speaker of the House |
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I certify that H.R. No. 285 was adopted by the House on March |
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6, 2025, by a non-record vote. |
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Chief Clerk of the House |
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