87S30355 CW-D By: Martinez H.R. No. 31 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, The second annual Battle on the Border BBQ Cookoff is taking place in Elsa on October 8 and 9, 2021; and WHEREAS, Sanctioned by the Champions Barbecue Alliance, the competition brings together accomplished pitmasters from across the state who put their skills to the test as they vie to produce the tastiest entries in several different categories; guests have the opportunity to sample a variety of savory dishes while enjoying a fun, family-oriented day that also includes live music, children's activities, food vendors, and a beer garden; and WHEREAS, This much-anticipated event serves as a fundraiser for the Be the Change Jose E. Garza Memorial Scholarship Fund, which supports students from the Rio Grande Valley in their pursuit of higher education; and WHEREAS, Texans are noted for their love of barbecue, and the Battle on the Border BBQ Cookoff is sure to offer everyone in attendance the chance to enjoy good food and good times while benefiting a worthy cause; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby commemorate the 2021 Battle on the Border BBQ Cookoff and extend to the organizers, contestants, and attendees sincere best wishes for a fun and successful event.