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79R14100 BJM-D

By:  Craddick                                                     H.R. No. 1287



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, State Representative Sid Miller of Stephenville 
earned national acclaim in September 2004 when he was named the 
United States Calf Roping Association's World Champion; and
	WHEREAS, Amidst the pain of two ruptured discs, 
Representative Miller managed to not only claim the prestigious 
title, but set a world record as well; in recognition of his 
outstanding showing, this lariat-wielding legislator was awarded a 
cash prize, a silver belt buckle, and a new saddle, which is proudly 
displayed in his office; and
	WHEREAS, Representative Miller's life as a cowboy began years 
ago when he was a member of the Cisco Junior College rodeo team, 
although it has been said that his favorite event was actually 
attending the dances after the competitions; following a 27-year 
break, he returned to the rodeo arena when his youngest son, Joseph, 
wanted to learn the sport and needed a seasoned veteran to literally 
show him the ropes; and
	WHEREAS, With a reignited passion, Representative Miller 
donned his boots and before long was roping a hundred calves a week 
for practice, honing his competitive edge, spending quality time 
with his son, and having the time of his life; and
	WHEREAS, Calf roping has become quite the family affair in 
the Miller household; in fact, Representative Miller's September 
victory saw him best both his son and his brother, Dustin Miller, 
who is a Select World calf roping champion and the trainer of the 
Millers' faithful steeds, Chigger and Pearl; and
	WHEREAS, Whether in the saddle or on the house floor, 
Representative Sid Miller has lassoed the lasting respect and 
admiration of all who are privileged to know him, and at this time 
it is indeed a pleasure to tip our hats in his direction; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature hereby congratulate our colleague Sid Miller on winning 
the United States Calf Roping Association World Championship and 
setting a world record, and extend to him sincere best wishes for 
catchable calves, timely tie–downs, and freedom from fractures in 
the years to come; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Representative Miller as an expression of high regard 
by his fellow members in the Texas House of Representatives.