SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 501 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Barbara Puckett Todd, who has been selected for induction into the San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame for her outstanding work in the field of agriculture and ranching; and WHEREAS, The San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame honors those women who have contributed significantly to the San Antonio community and the Bexar County region through their accomplishments in their profession or field of service; and WHEREAS, Involved in agriculture and ranching since childhood, Barbara Todd was born into a multigenerational ranching family; she is the owner of a small ranch, and for more than 30 years, she has worked tirelessly with the San Antonio Livestock Exposition in a variety of volunteer positions; and WHEREAS, Barbara Todd is also an accomplished visual artist and educator, and her teaching career has spanned 30 years; she currently teaches art and art history at Judson High School, and she is noted for incorporating her ranching heritage into her work as an artist and an educator; she encourages young women to consider agricultural careers and has contributed immensely to the success of the annual scholarship competition sponsored by the San Antonio Livestock Exposition's Western Art Committee; and WHEREAS, Barbara Todd is highly respected for her dedication to her work and for her outstanding accomplishments as an art teacher and rancher; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, hereby commend Barbara Puckett Todd for her exceptional achievements and extend congratulations to her on her induction into the San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for her as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Van de Putte ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 19, 2013. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate