H.R. No. 71
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, The 3rd annual Smoke & Sounds BBQ Festival is taking
  place in Leander on November 3 and 4, 2023; and
         WHEREAS, Sanctioned by the International Barbeque Cookers
  Association as one of the organization's state championship
  cook-offs, this much-anticipated event attracts talented
  pitmasters from across Texas who put their culinary abilities to
  the test as they vie to produce the tastiest entries in several
  different categories; and
         WHEREAS, Guests have the opportunity to sample a variety of
  savory dishes while enjoying a fun, family-oriented atmosphere
  along with live music, arts and crafts vendors, a silent auction,
  and other attractions; proceeds from the event will benefit
  Partners4People, a nonprofit organization that provides grants and
  support to Central Texans experiencing homelessness or food
  insecurity; and
         WHEREAS, The Smoke & Sounds BBQ Festival is a fitting
  celebration of the delectable fare that is such an integral part of
  Texas culture, and it promises to be a source of fond memories for
  all who attend; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
  Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby commemorate the 2023 Smoke &
  Sounds BBQ Festival and extend to the organizers, participants,
  and attendees sincere best wishes for a fun and successful event.
 
  Bucy
 
  ______________________________
  Speaker of the House     
 
         I certify that H.R. No. 71 was adopted by the House on
  November 1, 2023, by a non-record vote.
 
  ______________________________
  Chief Clerk of the House