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This resolution commemorates the 214Selena festival, an annual event in Oak Cliff, Dallas, taking place from March 27-30, 2025, which celebrates the life and legacy of Selena Quintanilla-Pérez, the beloved "Queen of Tejano" music. The festival, presented by the Oak Cliff Cultural Center and Cima Arts, marks the anniversary of Selena's tragic death on March 31, 1995, at the age of 23 and will feature various activities including a lotería night, art show, vendor market, live music by Vanita Leo, and a film screening at the Texas Theatre. The resolution highlights Selena's significant cultural impact as a native Texan who gained international acclaim for her unique musical style that blended Tejano, Latin, and pop genres, and who helped foster greater acceptance of Latin music traditions in the United States. By adopting this resolution, the Texas House of Representatives formally recognizes the festival and extends best wishes to all attendees, celebrating Selena's enduring inspiration and musical legacy.

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