By: Erickson H.R. No. 531 73R8105 LBD-D R E S O L U T I O N 1-1 WHEREAS, Humor is a significant unifying element in our 1-2 society that draws together citizens from diverse ethnic, 1-3 religious, and economic backgrounds in the midst of even the most 1-4 trying of circumstances, and those who employ humor in the course 1-5 of their lives each day are to be commended for their refreshing 1-6 outlook on the world; and 1-7 WHEREAS, Civic leaders, elected and appointed officials, and 1-8 other public speakers who deliver their messages with humor and wit 1-9 invite humanity to "lighten up" by putting things into perspective 1-10 and, in doing so, use laughter to help us confront the ever-present 1-11 woes of society; and 1-12 WHEREAS, Charles A. Cass, a professional auctioneer and the 1-13 founding executive director of the Central Texas Council of 1-14 Governments, is a fine example of one such speaker; with his 1-15 special talent for tickling the funny bones of those he addresses 1-16 throughout the state, he has bestowed happiness on many, inspiring 1-17 them to see the lighter aspects of everyday life; and 1-18 WHEREAS, Humor abounds in languages and cultures throughout 1-19 the world and is the common thread that will forever endure in 1-20 society as a special gift to those who are its recipients; the 1-21 State of Texas has been blessed with many fine humorists over the 1-22 course of its rich history who are indeed deserving of special 1-23 recognition and praise for their ability to brighten the lives of 1-24 those around them; now, therefore, be it 2-1 RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 73rd Texas 2-2 Legislature hereby commend the state's many talented public 2-3 speakers and humorists for their outstanding contributions to the 2-4 happiness of citizens throughout the Lone Star State; and, be it 2-5 further 2-6 RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 2-7 prepared for Charles A. Cass as an expression of high regard by the 2-8 Texas House of Representatives.