2025S0449-2 08/20/25     By: Zaffirini S.R. No. 58       SENATE RESOLUTION          WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to   recognize the members of the Washington's Birthday Celebration   Association and the association's president, Jaime Fuentes, on   their successful annual planning of the celebration of   Washington's birthday in Laredo; and          WHEREAS, Every year, the citizens of Laredo celebrate the   birthday of the Father of Our Country; the Washington's Birthday   Celebration Association sponsors the celebration to pay tribute   to the memory of George Washington and to his virtues and his   patriotism; the 128th celebration will take place from January 15   through February 28, 2026; and          WHEREAS, Since its beginning as a two-day event in 1898,   the Washington's Birthday Celebration gradually has evolved into   a grand celebration entailing numerous events in the United   States and in Mexico; spectators and participants enjoy marching   bands and floats, spectacular fireworks displays, food, games,   and entertainers from both sides of the border; and          WHEREAS, The yearly celebrations exemplify the spirit and   enthusiasm of Laredoans and the pride they take in their city and   country; now, therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th   Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby commend the members of   the Washington's Birthday Celebration Association on their   patriotism and their dedication and extend to them best wishes   for a joyous 128th birthday celebration; and, be it further          RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for   the association as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.