SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 260
         WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
  recognize K. R. Wood on the occasion of the release of his new
  album, Songs and Tales of the Old Chisholm Trail; and
 
         WHEREAS, This recording was inspired by the legends of the
  cattle drives along the Old Chisholm Trail; those drives were one
  of the largest migrations of animals ever known, and they laid
  the foundation for the state's successful cattle ranching
  industry and its rise out of post-Civil War poverty; and
 
         WHEREAS, The release of Songs and Tales of the Old Chisholm
  Trail coincides with the 150th anniversary of the first cattle
  drive up the Old Chisholm Trail and recognizes the contributions
  and sacrifices of the men and women who made those historic
  journeys; and
 
         WHEREAS, In addition to original music from K. R. Wood, the
  album also features traditional songs from the era, original
  poetry by Geoff Shaffer, and appearances by a wide range of noted
  Texas musicians, including Michael Martin Murphey, Gary P. Nunn,
  Ray Benson, Red Steagall, and many others; and
 
         WHEREAS, K. R. Wood has made an important contribution to
  the American identity by capturing the spirit and essence of one
  of the nation's enduring legends, the cattle drive, and he is
  truly deserving of special recognition; now, therefore, be it
 
         RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
  Legislature, hereby commend K. R. Wood on his musical
  achievements and extend to him best wishes for the success of
  Songs and Tales of the Old Chisholm Trail; and, be it further
 
         RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
  him as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
 
  Watson
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        President of the Senate
     
        I hereby certify that the
    above Resolution was adopted by
    the Senate on February 22, 2017.
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        Secretary of the Senate
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate