SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 11
         WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
  recognize Leon Valley's 19th Annual Star Spangled Independence
  Day Parade and Celebration, which took place July 4, 2013; and
 
         WHEREAS, This annual commemorative event gives the people
  of Leon Valley an opportunity to show their patriotism and pay
  tribute to the nation's commitment to democracy, liberty, and the
  pursuit of happiness; and
 
         WHEREAS, Since the adoption of the Declaration of
  Independence, Americans have set an example for the rest of the
  world by promoting and supporting the democratic way of life
  established by the country's founding fathers; and
 
         WHEREAS, This year's Leon Valley Independence Day
  Celebration featured food, games, music, and other entertainment
  following the parade; it is truly fitting that this annual event
  be recognized for the role it plays in bringing the people of the
  community together; now, therefore, be it
 
         RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd
  Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby congratulate the people
  of Leon Valley on their patriotic spirit and commend them on
  hosting the 19th Annual Star Spangled Independence Day Parade and
  Celebration; and, be it further
 
         RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in
  honor of this special event.
 
  Van de Putte
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        President of the Senate
     
        I hereby certify that the
    above Resolution was adopted by
    the Senate on July 9, 2013.
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        Secretary of the Senate
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate