TITLE: Commemorating the Rio Grande City Freedom Fest.

SUMMARY: Commemorating the Rio Grande City Freedom Fest.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The annual Freedom Fest takes place each year in Rio Grande City; and WHEREAS, This family-oriented event is a benefit for the Rio Grande City Boys & Girls Youth Club; an organization dedicated to helping youngsters reach their full potential; and it sponsors such activities as a summer program and swimming classes; and WHEREAS, An International Barbeque Cookers Association championship event, the cook-off features highly skilled teams putting their culinary talents to the test as they vie to produce the tastiest entries in several different categories; the occasion combines thrilling competition and good eating, with cash and other prizes being awarded to the top finishers in each category; and WHEREAS, Performers featured at this noteworthy festival include country music stars and popular Tejano groups; moreover, the benefit is capped by a fireworks display; and WHEREAS, While supporting an important cause, Freedom Fest provides a welcome opportunity for local residents to listen to music, share the company of family and friends, and celebrate our nation's liberty; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby commemorate the Rio Grande City Freedom Fest and extend to all those in attendance sincere best wishes for a memorable and enjoyable occasion. Guillen Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 3578 was adopted by the House on June 1, 2015, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House