R E S O L U T I O N
 1-1           WHEREAS, The Texas House of Representatives takes pride in
 1-2     recognizing the vast natural resources throughout the state, such
 1-3     as the land itself, oil, natural gas, water, and flora and fauna,
 1-4     but the spirit, heritage, and creativity of its people must also be
 1-5     included among the state's greatest natural resources; and
 1-6           WHEREAS, Texas country musicians, cowboy poets, storytellers,
 1-7     and artists are unique in their respective crafts and have added
 1-8     immeasurably to the quality of life of the State of Texas, and the
 1-9     singularity of their works reflects the true spirit that helped
1-10     found our great state; and
1-11           WHEREAS, Appreciated by millions of people from a variety of
1-12     places and cultures, and often imitated, these extraordinary
1-13     artists perform and present their crafts at venues great and small
1-14     in Texas and around the world; and
1-15           WHEREAS, Proud to proclaim the virtues of the State of Texas
1-16     in their endeavors, Texas country musicians, cowboy poets,
1-17     storytellers, and artists reflect in their works the many facets of
1-18     life found in Texas and often motivate their audiences to learn
1-19     more about the state; and
1-20           WHEREAS, These gifted and dedicated individuals are also
1-21     outstanding diplomats for the Lone Star State and engender good
1-22     will in their many dedicated admirers; now, therefore, be it
1-23           RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 77th Texas
1-24     Legislature hereby recognize Texas country musicians, cowboy poets,
 2-1     storytellers, and artists as natural resources of the State of
 2-2     Texas and name them as "Texas Treasures."
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                                                   Speaker of the House
               I certify that H.R. No. 1125 was adopted by the House on May
         18, 2001, by a non-record vote.
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                                                 Chief Clerk of the House