SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 277
	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
	join the Texas Historical Commission in recognizing McBride's
	Guns, which has been named a recipient of the Texas Treasure
	Business Award; and
	WHEREAS, This prestigious award honors companies that have
	been in continuous and substantially similar independent
	operation in the state for at least 50 years with an
	uninterrupted employment history and good standing with the
	state; and
	WHEREAS, Jack McBride and his wife, Mildred, opened
	McBride's Guns on January 1, 1960; through the years, the
	establishment has been known for its emphasis on superior
	customer service and its extensive inventory of firearms and
	other sporting goods; it also offers a unique selection of
	antique and collectable firearms and provides full gunsmithing
	services; and
	WHEREAS, The business has given back to the Austin
	community in a variety of ways, notably through the creation of a
	nonprofit conservation foundation dedicated to passing on the
	heritage of the outdoors to succeeding generations; and
	WHEREAS, The success of McBride's Guns has played an
	important role in the growth and progress of our state, and it is
	truly fitting that this exceptional enterprise be recognized for
	its resilience, its longevity, and its many outstanding
	contributions to the community it serves; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
	83rd Legislature, hereby commend McBride's Guns on receiving the
	Texas Treasure Business Award and extend best wishes for
	continued success; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
	the company as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
	Watson
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		President of the Senate
		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on February 25, 2013.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate