SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 29
         WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
  recognize the annual Shin Oak Springs BBQ Cook-off in Gorman,
  which takes place the second Saturday in September; and
         WHEREAS, This popular annual event is hosted by the Gorman
  Community Events Committee and takes place in partnership with
  the Gorman Peanut Festival; each year, the highly anticipated
  competition draws an impressive lineup of skilled cooks who
  compete and pay tribute to the state's ranching industry by
  preparing delicious barbecued beef, chicken, and pork ribs; and
         WHEREAS, The Shin Oak Springs BBQ Cook-off raises funds to
  benefit the community by supporting such events as the Easter Egg
  Hunt, Trunk or Treat, and movie nights in the park, and by
  sponsoring scholarships for area students; and
         WHEREAS, Texans are noted for their love of barbecue, and
  the Shin Oak Springs BBQ Cook-offs play an important role in
  upholding the state's reputation for barbecue excellence by
  providing enjoyable community gatherings and first-rate cuisine;
  now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th
  Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby commend the organizers
  and sponsors of the annual Shin Oak Springs BBQ Cook-off and
  extend to all best wishes for a successful event; and, be it
  further
         RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in
  honor of the event and as an expression of esteem from the Texas
  Senate.
 
  Perry
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        President of the Senate
     
        I hereby certify that the
    above Resolution was adopted by
    the Senate on August 23, 2021.
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        Secretary of the Senate
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate