SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 742

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Kevin Fitzpatrick of Bandera, who is being inducted into the Frontier Times Museum Hall of Honor in Bandera on July 25, 2009; and

WHEREAS, The Frontier Times Museum was established in 1933 by J. Marvin Hunter to showcase the exploits of the pioneers whose courage and strength of character played a major role in the opening of the West and the creation of the icon known as the true Texan; and

WHEREAS, The 2008 world champion trick roper, Mr. Fitzpatrick has delighted audiences around the world with his skill and charm; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Fitzpatrick has served for many years as an emissary of goodwill, acting as an ambassador at the Texas Folklife Festival; his devotion to his family, his community, and his state makes him an ideal representative for the cowboy way of life; and

WHEREAS, Kevin Fitzpatrick embodies the principles and courage exhibited by the early pioneers memorialized in the Frontier Times Museum, and it is truly fitting that he receive this singular honor on July 25, 2009, the National Day of the American Cowboy; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st Legislature, hereby commend Kevin Fitzpatrick for his many contributions to the rich legacy of our state and extend to him best wishes for continued success in all his future endeavors; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.

Uresti

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 27, 2009.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate