H.R. No. 296
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Sweetwater Jaycees are visiting the State
Capitol on February 9-11, 2011, to share valuable lessons about one
of the Lone Star State's most misunderstood residents, the snake;
and
WHEREAS, Each year the Sweetwater Jaycees sponsor the World's
Largest Rattlesnake Roundup, a three-day extravaganza originally
conceived by a group of area farmers and ranchers plagued by an
overpopulation of rattlesnakes; and
WHEREAS, Bringing their show on the road, group members have
come to Austin to offer their fellow Texans snake demonstrations,
information on snake safety, and the ever-popular snake "petting"
exhibit; and
WHEREAS, This fun and informative event is always a favorite
at the State Capitol, and it is a pleasure to recognize the
Sweetwater Jaycees for another unforgettable presentation; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby welcome the Sweetwater Jaycees to the State
Capitol and extend to them sincere best wishes for a successful and
memorable visit; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the group as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
King of Taylor
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 296 was adopted by the House on
February 9, 2011, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House