H.R. No. 1294
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The seventh annual Pink Soles in Motion BBQ Cook-off
for the Cure is taking place in Carrollton on May 10 and 11, 2013;
and
WHEREAS, Pink Soles in Motion is a registered nonprofit
organization that started as a Susan G. Komen for the Cure walking
team; committed to fighting cancer, its members continue to walk in
charity events but also raise money through their annual barbecue
cook-off; the group's efforts have brought in a total of more than
$800,000 over the past six years; and
WHEREAS, The 2013 event once again features spirited
competition as contestants vie to produce the best brisket, pork
spare ribs, chicken, and beans; in addition, Pink Soles in Motion is
selling barbecue lunches, and participants can enjoy musical
entertainment, children's activities, and prize giveaways; and
WHEREAS, The Pink Soles in Motion BBQ Cook-off for the Cure is
a fitting celebration of the tasty fare that is such an integral
part of Texas culture, and the gathering is all the more special for
the valuable support it provides for a worthy cause; now,
therefore, be it
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ESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas
Legislature hereby commemorate the seventh annual Pink Soles in
Motion BBQ Cook-off for the Cure and extend to the event's
organizers and attendees sincere best wishes for a fun and
rewarding get-together.
Ratliff
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1294 was adopted by the House on April
17, 2013, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House