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78R12627 MW-D

By:  Hilderbran                                                 H.C.R. No. 225



CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
	WHEREAS, The Texas Poet Laureate, State Musician, and State 
Artist Committee has selected Ray Benson of Austin as Texas State 
Musician for 2004; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Benson is the founder, lead singer, and 
guitarist of the Grammy Award-winning band, Asleep at the Wheel; 
based in Austin, Mr. Benson and this talented group of musicians 
have consistently entertained audiences with their unique western
swing sound for more than 30 years, garnering worldwide acclaim as 
well as a multitude of devoted fans; and
	WHEREAS, Through his exceptional contributions to his chosen 
field of artistic endeavor, Mr. Benson has earned deep appreciation 
and esteem and further enriched the vibrant cultural life of the 
Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the 78th Legislature of the State of Texas 
hereby honor Ray Benson on the occasion of his selection as Texas 
State Musician for 2004; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mr. Benson as an expression of high regard by the Texas 
House of Representatives and Senate.