85R24490 RMA-D By: Isaac H.R. No. 1554 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Residents of Central Texas and visitors alike are gathering for the 20th annual Buda Country Fair and Wiener Dog Races on April 29-30, 2017; and WHEREAS, With this year's theme of "WienerTopia," the dachshund races will draw fun seekers from across the country to Buda, considered the "Wiener Dog Capital of Texas"; guests will enjoy an entertaining weekend of canine competition, culminating in the Run for the Roses, along with such family-friendly activities as a Best Dressed Dog Contest, a bake-off, chili and barbecue cook-offs, and live music performances; and WHEREAS, All proceeds from the races go toward the Buda Lions Club, which has significantly benefited the local community; the group's invaluable contributions include aiding children with vision impairments and other individuals living with disabilities as well as awarding scholarships to area college students; and WHEREAS, For two decades, this beloved local tradition has given crowds the opportunity to support a worthy cause while celebrating the charming and adorable dachshund, and this notable milestone in the history of the event truly merits special recognition; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature hereby commemorate the 2017 Buda Country Fair and Wiener Dog Races and extend to its organizers, participants, and guests sincere best wishes for an enjoyable and memorable event.