H.R. No. 1554
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Residents of Central Texas and visitors alike are
gathering for the 20th annual Buda Country Fair and Wiener Dog Races
on April 29-30, 2017; and
WHEREAS, With this year's theme of "WienerTopia," the
dachshund races will draw fun seekers from across the country to
Buda, considered the "Wiener Dog Capital of Texas"; guests will
enjoy an entertaining weekend of canine competition, culminating in
the Run for the Roses, along with such family-friendly activities
as a Best Dressed Dog Contest, a bake-off, chili and barbecue
cook-offs, and live music performances; and
WHEREAS, All proceeds from the races go toward the Buda Lions
Club, which has significantly benefited the local community; the
group's invaluable contributions include aiding children with
vision impairments and other individuals living with disabilities
as well as awarding scholarships to area college students; and
WHEREAS, For two decades, this beloved local tradition has
given crowds the opportunity to support a worthy cause while
celebrating the charming and adorable dachshund, and this notable
milestone in the history of the event truly merits special
recognition; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby commemorate the 2017 Buda Country Fair and
Wiener Dog Races and extend to its organizers, participants, and
guests sincere best wishes for an enjoyable and memorable event.
Isaac
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1554 was adopted by the House on May
4, 2017, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House