1-1 By: Hawley (Senate Sponsor - Armbrister) H.C.R. No. 41 1-2 (In the Senate - Received from the House May 7, 2001; 1-3 May 7, 2001, read first time and referred to Committee on 1-4 Administration; May 11, 2001, reported favorably by the following 1-5 vote: Yeas 3, Nays 0; May 11, 2001, sent to printer.) 1-6 HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 1-7 WHEREAS, The city of Kenedy in Karnes County is a charming 1-8 community that is known throughout South Texas for its colorful 1-9 history and close association with the Texas horned lizard; and 1-10 WHEREAS, The town enjoys the unique distinction of having the 1-11 largest known population of federally protected Texas horned 1-12 lizards, and Kenedy residents have embraced the responsibilities of 1-13 coexistence with this remarkable species; and 1-14 WHEREAS, To that end, they are keenly aware of landscaping, 1-15 pest control, and other decisions affecting the creature's habitat 1-16 and are working in conjunction with the Horned Lizard Conservation 1-17 Society to conduct research on the lizard with the goal of 1-18 incorporating the results of that research into an academic 1-19 curriculum; and 1-20 WHEREAS, In addition, residents have formed the Horned Toad 1-21 Club of Kenedy, which is open to anyone having an interest in the 1-22 species; the goals of this estimable organization include promoting 1-23 conservation and preservation of Texas horned lizards, establishing 1-24 a habitat site and a library, erecting a museum, and conducting 1-25 survey and research work; and 1-26 WHEREAS, Texas horned lizards are a part of the rich heritage 1-27 and culture of Kenedy and, indeed, all of the Lone Star State, and 1-28 it is fitting to accord the city official recognition of its 1-29 special status; now, therefore, be it 1-30 RESOLVED, That the 77th Legislature of the State of Texas 1-31 hereby declare Kenedy the Horned Lizard Capital of Texas and 1-32 commend the citizens of Kenedy for their continued efforts to 1-33 enhance the public's understanding and appreciation of this 1-34 uniquely Texan protected species. 1-35 * * * * *