TITLE: Congratulating Wyman Meinzer on his induction into the Frontier Times Museum Texas Heroes Hall of Honor.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Wyman Meinzer on his induction into the Frontier Times Museum Texas Heroes Hall of Honor.

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WHEREAS, Wyman Meinzer is being inducted into the Texas Heroes Hall of Honor at the Frontier Times Museum in Bandera on July 23, 2011, the National Day of the American Cowboy; and WHEREAS, Founded in 1933, the museum houses the Western memorabilia collection of J. Marvin Hunter, the publisher of Frontier Times magazine; this year's Hall of Honor ceremony recognizes the pioneering spirit, strength of character, and contributions to Texas culture of one posthumous inductee and four living legends; and WHEREAS, Designated by the legislature as the Texas State Photographer for the year 1997, Wyman Meinzer has traveled throughout the state, capturing the beauty of its landscape and the distinct cultures of its people; and WHEREAS, Mr. Meinzer's sweeping and powerful images have been published in more than 20 books, including Between Heaven and Texas,Contemporary Ranches of Texas,and Working Dogs of Texas;his work illustrates the state's natural beauty and preserves its grandeur for future generations; and WHEREAS, This talented artist's achievements have greatly enhanced the richness and diversity of Texas culture, and he may indeed take pride in this special recognition from the Frontier Times Museum; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Wyman Meinzer on his induction into the Frontier Times Museum Texas Heroes Hall of Honor and commend him for his enduring contributions to the Lone Star State; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Meinzer as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Miller of Comal Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2082 was adopted by the House on May 26, 2011, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House