H.R. No. 1068 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, The prosperity of communities in the Lone Star State depends in large part on the success of locally owned and operated businesses such as Kirby's Lone Star Smokehouse in Montgomery; and WHEREAS, Founded in 2006 by Andy and Paulette Kirby, their sons, Trey and Chad, and their daughters-in-law, Mallory and Kristen, Kirby's Lone Star Smokehouse quickly became a local favorite, with its traditional Texas barbecue menu and its authentic ambience; and WHEREAS, In January of 2009, Kirby's Smokehouse opened in a new location on Highway 105, and the facility was built and equipped by a local construction business, further contributing to the area's economy; and WHEREAS, The Kirbys have been residents of Montgomery for more than 20 years, and their strong ties to the community have helped to make the restaurant a popular destination for residents and visitors alike; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas Legislature hereby commend Kirby's Lone Star Smokehouse for its contributions to the Montgomery community and extend to the Kirby family sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the restaurant as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Creighton ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1068 was adopted by the House on April 9, 2009, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House