To our advisors, supporters, scholars, fellows, students, publishers, editors, colleagues near and far, we thank you for your unique contributions to the Clements Center’s growth and success and want to share this good news.  On May 26, 2005, the 79th Texas Legislature, through the good offices of Representative Rafael Anchia, issued House Resolution No. 2133, which praised the Clements Center for “rendering exceptional service to Texans through its support of academic scholarship and its presentation of a variety of public and university programs,” and commended the Center “for its outstanding contributions to preserving the rich story of the American Southwest.”  We are proud to receive this official recognition that we are fulfilling Governor Clements’ vision for the Center, and pleased to display the full text of the resolution, printed on official parchment, in our offices.  The text of the resolution reads as follows: