SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 743
	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
	recognize the Ozark Trail Barbecue Cook-off as a Texas State
	Barbecue Championship competition; and
	WHEREAS, The Ozark Trail Barbecue Cook-off in Estelline is
	sanctioned by the International Barbeque Cookers Association;
	and
	WHEREAS, The barbecue first began in 2006, and 18 to 20
	teams participated in the competition; and
	WHEREAS, Texans are noted for their affinity for barbecue,
	and the Ozark Trail Barbecue Cook-off brings together families,
	friends, and neighbors to sample the wares of the best barbecue
	chefs in the Estelline area; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
	Legislature, hereby declare the Ozark Trail Barbecue Cook-off a
	Texas State Barbecue Championship competition and extend best
	wishes to all associated with the event; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in
	honor of the Ozark Trail Barbecue Cook-off.
	Duncan
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		President of the Senate
		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on April 11, 2011.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate