H.R. No. 54
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, For many years, citizens of Grand Prairie have taken
part in an annual Cinco de Mayo celebration that has become a
treasured tradition in the community among people of every ethnic
heritage, and in the year 2017, the city's residents are once again
gathering in observance of this notable occasion; and
WHEREAS, Cinco de Mayo commemorates the stunning victory
achieved by Mexican troops over an invading French army at the
battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862; led by General Ignacio Zaragoza
Seguin, an untrained militia of some 4,500 Mexicans routed 6,500
French soldiers, considered to be among the best military troops in
the world; and
WHEREAS, The Grand Prairie celebration of Cinco de Mayo not
only pays tribute to a significant date in Mexican history but also
assists area students through the raising of scholarship funds;
this year's event would not be possible without the hard work and
dedication of the Cinco de Mayo Committee and the sponsorship of a
number of local businesses and organizations; and
WHEREAS, In commemorating Cinco de Mayo, we honor the ideals
of freedom and self-determination and the willingness to take on
seemingly overwhelming odds in behalf of a worthwhile cause, and it
is a pleasure to join the citizens of Grand Prairie in observing
this proud day in Mexican history, a day whose significance
continues to speak to people around the world; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize the 30th annual Cinco de Mayo
celebration in Grand Prairie and extend to all those involved
sincere best wishes for a memorable event.
Alonzo
Anderson of Dallas
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 54 was adopted by the House on
February 23, 2017, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House