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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, The 214Selena festival, presented by the Oak Cliff |
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Cultural Center and Cima Arts, is taking place in Dallas on March |
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27-30, 2025; and |
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WHEREAS, Since its inception a decade ago, 214Selena has |
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brought together area residents to celebrate the life and legacy of |
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musical legend and cultural icon Selena Quintanilla-Pérez; this |
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year, the event will feature activities such as a lotería night, art |
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show, and vendor market with live music by Vanita Leo; in addition, |
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the Texas Theatre will host a screening of the film Selena; and |
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WHEREAS, 214Selena marks the anniversary of Selena's death on |
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March 31, 1995, when she was tragically killed at the age of 23; a |
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native Texan, she gained international acclaim for her unique blend |
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of Tejano music with elements of other Latin genres and mainstream |
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pop; she helped to foster greater acceptance of Latin music |
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traditions in the United States, and her influence is still felt |
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today among artists across the musical spectrum; and |
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WHEREAS, Forever in the hearts of her fans, Selena continues |
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to inspire innumerable people around the world, and this event |
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allows Texans to express their enduring affection for the vibrant |
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"Queen of Tejano" and her music; 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 214Selena festival and extend to |
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all those in attendance sincere best wishes for a meaningful and |
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memorable event. |