By Green H.R. No. 1125 77R16615 WMS-D 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."