Bill > SR298

This resolution recognizes Black Beauty Ranch, a 1,400-acre animal sanctuary located in Henderson County, Texas, on its 46th anniversary. Founded in 1979 by Cleveland Amory, the ranch is a nonprofit organization that provides a safe haven for over 600 animals across 40 different species, including primates, big cats, bears, horses, bison, reptiles, and livestock, who have been rescued from dire situations like roadside zoos, the exotic pet trade, circuses, research laboratories, and hoarding cases. The sanctuary began with a landmark rescue of 577 burros from the Grand Canyon and has since expanded its mission to provide comprehensive care, rehabilitation, and lifelong protection for animals in need. The Texas Senate commends the ranch's dedicated staff, volunteers, and supporters for their exceptional commitment to animal welfare, highlighting their recent efforts such as providing sanctuary to animals from Puerto Rico's closed zoo and their ongoing work in public education and humane advocacy through guided tours and educational programs that promote animal protection and environmental conservation.