SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 41
	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
	recognize Jack Ohlrich and Hal Herbelin Jr., who were recently
	honored with the Outstanding Range Management Award by the Texas
	Section Society for Range Management; and
	WHEREAS, Each year, the Texas Section recognizes one ranch
	that has adopted the highest standards and implemented the most
	effective practices for sustainable range management; and
	WHEREAS, The Ohlrich ranch has been operating as a family
	business west of New Braunfels since the 1850s; Jack Ohlrich is
	the owner of the ranch, and Hal Herbelin Jr. serves as ranch
	operator; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Ohlrich and Mr. Herbelin were recognized for
	outstanding range-management methods that include the limiting
	and rotating of livestock grazing, the careful management of the
	Ashe juniper population, and the use of prescribed burning
	methods to improve forage quality for both livestock and
	wildlife; their practices have helped plant life thrive even
	during the current drought; and
	WHEREAS, Texas is known for its agricultural resources and
	natural beauty, and by maintaining high standards of land
	management and sustainability, the leaders of the Ohlrich ranch
	are helping to preserve the timeless and unique character of the
	state; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
	Legislature, hereby commend Jack Ohlrich and Hal Herbelin Jr. for
	their stewardship of Texas lands and congratulate them on receiving
	the Outstanding Range Management Award; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
	them as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
	Campbell
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		President of the Senate
		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on January 26, 2015.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate