H.R. No. 1706

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Clifton Smith of Childress was honored with induction into the Texas Rodeo Cowboy Hall of Fame on April 6, 2019; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Smith enjoyed a professional rodeo career that spanned almost two decades; a trailblazer in the tie-down roping event, he was one of the earliest right-handed competitors to dismount the horse from the right side after catching a calf, an innovation that enabled him to turn a faster time; this approach helped him qualify for the National Finals Rodeo in 1960 and 1962, and the practice later became commonplace in the sport; and

WHEREAS, With the passing years, Mr. Smith and his wife, Judy, have had the pleasure of seeing numerous members of their family carry on the tradition of rodeo excellence; their children Stran Smith and Smitty Smith enjoyed success in the arena, with Stran becoming a world champion tie-down roper, and their grandchildren include rodeo competitors Tuf Cooper, who became world all-around champion, Shada Brazile, Stetson Vest, and Clif Cooper; and

WHEREAS, The Texas Rodeo Cowboy Hall of Fame recognizes those individuals who have excelled in the sport and who exemplify the individualism and independence of the American cowboy, and Clifton Smith is indeed deserving of a place in this elite fraternity; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 86th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Clifton Smith on his induction into the Texas Rodeo Cowboy Hall of Fame and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued happiness; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Smith as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

Springer

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 1706 was adopted by the House on May 24, 2019, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House