TITLE: Honoring the World Pugilist Hall of Fame in Laredo.

SUMMARY: Honoring the World Pugilist Hall of Fame in Laredo.

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WHEREAS, The World Pugilist Hall of Fame in Laredo is focusing attention on the varied forms of hand-to-hand combat that have won millions of passionate fans and participants around the globe; and WHEREAS, Affiliated with USA Savate, the World Pugilist Hall of Fame honors individuals who have excelled as teachers and competitors in their particular fields of martial arts; members must meet rigorous eligibility criteria, including direct lineage to the founder of a style or system, and must exemplify the traditions associated with their discipline; and WHEREAS, The World Pugilist Hall of Fame preserves the heritage and achievements of those who excel in the pugilistic arts, and it is indeed worthy of commendation; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 86th Texas Legislature hereby honor the World Pugilist Hall of Fame and extend to all those associated with the organization sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the hall of fame as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Raymond Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 518 was adopted by the House on March 13, 2019, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House