SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 335 WHEREAS, The 135th Brenham Maifest is taking place May 2 and 3, 2025, and the spirited celebration promises to be great fun for all who attend; and WHEREAS, First celebrated in 1881, this event is one of the oldest German spring festivals in the South; the celebration highlights the rich cultural heritage of Brenham and Washington County; and WHEREAS, This much-awaited event includes an array of festivities and features the coronation of the city's junior and senior kings and queens; this year's Maifest royal court includes Junior Royalty King Everett Alexander McCarty Gonzales, reigning over the Junior Court of "The Wonderful Things We Imagine"; and WHEREAS, The outstanding young Texans who take part in the Brenham Maifest are part of an enduring Washington County tradition that provides hours of enjoyment and entertainment for residents and visitors alike; the members of the royal court and all those associated with the planning and preparation of the event can indeed take pride in their contributions to the community; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the 135th Brenham Maifest and honor the members of the 2025 junior and senior royal court; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared as a memento of this special celebration. Kolkhorst ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 27, 2025. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate