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S.C.R. No. 9
SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The State of Texas traditionally has recognized a
variety of official state symbols as tangible representations of
the proud spirit and heritage of our state; and
WHEREAS, The bluebonnet, the pecan tree, the Guadalupe bass,
and the lightning whelk are examples of some natural specimens that
serve to symbolize the great diversity of the Texas landscape,
while the state dish, chili, fittingly represents another aspect of
our shared culture as Texans; and
WHEREAS, In keeping with this custom, the designation of the
cast iron Dutch oven as the official State Cooking Implement would
provide suitable recognition for this sturdy utensil; and
WHEREAS, A welcome and dependable fixture at campfires across
the Lone Star State, the Dutch oven was used extensively by Spanish
explorers, early settlers, ranchers, and chuckwagon cooks over the
course of Texas' history; and
WHEREAS, The Dutch oven has also remained a popular item with
a vast number of Texans today, and in January, 1995, the Lone Star
Dutch Oven Society was founded to promote its use throughout the
state; and
WHEREAS, Ideal for use in moist-cooking methods, such as
braising and stewing, the Dutch oven's versatility has made it the
food preparation implement of choice of both the Boy Scouts of
America and the Girl Scouts of America; and
WHEREAS, Renowned for its portability and durability, the
cast iron Dutch oven has been a cooking mainstay of Texans from the
time of the pioneers to the current day, and it is indeed
appropriate that it receive special legislative recognition for its
role in our state's history and culture; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the 79th Legislature of the State of Texas
hereby designate the cast iron Dutch oven as the official State
Cooking Implement.
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President of the Senate Speaker of the House
I hereby certify that S.C.R. No. 9 was adopted by the Senate
on April 21, 2005.
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Secretary of the Senate
I hereby certify that S.C.R. No. 9 was adopted by the House
on May 20, 2005.
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Chief Clerk of the House
Approved:
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Date
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Governor