SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 154
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize the world famous Kilgore College Rangerettes on the
memorable occasion of the organization's 75th anniversary; and
WHEREAS, On September 19, 1940, Gussie Nell Davis brought
show business to the gridiron when the Kilgore College Rangerettes
made their debut at the R. E. Saint John Memorial Stadium and laid
the foundation for modern halftime entertainment; and
WHEREAS, The Rangerettes introduced the dance drill
concept, which combined the precision movement of marching drill
with the grace and charm of dance; they soon became a national
treasure and an example of excellence for the many dance drill
teams that would emulate their spirited performances; and
WHEREAS, Since the Rangerettes' debut 75 years ago, dance
drill performances have evolved into a global business of
resounding proportion; the art form is a source of more than
50,000 jobs and generates $4 billion in gross domestic product
each year; and
WHEREAS, Members of this pioneering drill team serve as
ambassadors of the state and the nation at events across the globe
and serve as positive role models for young women everywhere; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
Legislature, hereby commend the current and former members of
the Kilgore College Rangerettes for upholding a proud and
longstanding tradition and extend to all congratulations on the
team's 75th anniversary; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the organization as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 11, 2015.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate