TITLE: Commemorating the Rio Grande City Freedom Fest.

SUMMARY: Commemorating the Rio Grande City Freedom Fest.

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WHEREAS, The annual Freedom Fest takes place each year in Rio Grande City; and WHEREAS, This fun, family-oriented celebration features a carnival, live entertainment, and a barbecue cook-off; proceeds from Freedom Fest benefit the Rio Grande City Boys & Girls Youth Club, an organization dedicated to helping youngsters reach their full potential by sponsoring such activities as a summer program and swimming classes; and WHEREAS, An International Barbeque Cookers Association sanctioned state championship event, the cook-off offers highly skilled teams a chance to put 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, and the benefit is capped off 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 85th 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. 1650 was adopted by the House on May 4, 2017, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House