H.C.R. No. 126
HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The Mills County Goat and BBQ Cook-off in
Goldthwaite is a highly anticipated competition that each year
draws an impressive lineup of skilled cooks and crowds of barbecue
enthusiasts; and
WHEREAS, Sponsored by the Mills County Chamber of Commerce,
the cook-off focuses on the preparation of barbecue goat, which
pays tribute to the county's importance to the state's goat ranching
industry; moreover, prizes are awarded in other categories,
including brisket, pork spare ribs, chicken, and beans; and
WHEREAS, This fun and festive event features a range of
enjoyable activities in addition to the barbecue competition,
including a car show, craft exhibits, a Friday-night dance, live
entertainment, and the ever-popular best-dressed goat contest; and
WHEREAS, A beloved community gathering, the Mills County Goat
and BBQ Cook-off enjoys the support of local organizations such as
the Lions Club, 4-H, and the Friends of the Library, and proceeds
from the event fund the annual Easter egg hunt organized by the
chamber of commerce; and
WHEREAS, For more than a decade, the Mills County Goat and BBQ
Cook-off has played a notable role in enhancing the Lone Star
State's reputation for barbecue excellence, and it is indeed
fitting that this annual tradition be accorded special recognition;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the 81st Legislature of the State of Texas
hereby designate the Mills County Goat and BBQ Cook-off as an
official Texas State Goat Barbecue Championship Cook-off.
Miller of Erath
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President of the Senate Speaker of the House
I certify that H.C.R. No. 126 was adopted by the House on May
19, 2009, by the following vote: Yeas 133, Nays 0, 2 present, not
voting.
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Chief Clerk of the House
I certify that H.C.R. No. 126 was adopted by the Senate on May
21, 2009, by a viva-voce vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
APPROVED: __________________
Date
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Governor