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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 230
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WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to |
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recognize Rick Lee Henson for his successful career in |
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photography and his work depicting artistic culture, prominent |
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Texans, and notable moments in the history of this state; and |
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WHEREAS, Rick Henson is a native Texan whose family roots |
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go back to the Republic of Texas, and he was born on Texas |
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Independence Day in 1952; he began his career as a photographer |
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after capturing exceptional images of Elvis Presley at a concert |
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in Austin in 1977; and |
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WHEREAS, His impressive portfolio spans four decades and |
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includes shots of many local and national celebrities, including |
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Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, George Bush, Merle Haggard, Burt |
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Reynolds, and George Strait; and |
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WHEREAS, Mr. Henson's work has graced the covers of hit |
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records and has helped tell the stories of beloved musicians in a |
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variety of illustrated biographies; and |
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WHEREAS, His photo archive attests to a life of warm |
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friendships, cherished memories, and rare glimpses into |
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significant moments in this state's history; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th |
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Legislature, hereby commend Rick Lee Henson for his work |
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commemorating Texas life and culture and extend to him |
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congratulations on his birthday and best wishes for continued |
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success in all his future endeavors; and, be it further |
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RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for |
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him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. |
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Watson |
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President of the Senate |
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I hereby certify that the |
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above Resolution was adopted by |
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the Senate on February 23, 2015. |
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Secretary of the Senate |
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Member, Texas Senate |