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78S10737 WMS-D

By:  Pena                                                         H.R. No. 129



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, The Edinburg Children's Advocacy Center (CAC), also 
known as Estrella's House, has sought to create a safe haven for 
victims of child abuse since its founding in April 2001; and
	WHEREAS, Part of a statewide network of advocacy centers 
devoted to addressing the problem of child abuse through 
prevention, intervention, and treatment, Estrella's House provides 
much-needed services to the youngest and most vulnerable of Texans; 
and
	WHEREAS, The center is named for two-year-old Estrella Rojas, 
who tragically lost her life in July 2000 at the hands of her 
mother's boyfriend and whose memory continues to inspire 
individuals throughout the area; and
	WHEREAS, All children who come to Estrella's House are given 
a teddy bear, a nurse's services, and a secure and nonthreatening 
environment in which to tell their story; in addition, the staff 
coordinates its efforts with local law enforcement agencies to 
facilitate the investigation of child abuse cases; and
	WHEREAS, The creation of Estrella's House is a profound 
tribute to the memory of a wonderful young girl, and it is indeed a 
privilege to honor the accomplishments of the Edinburg CAC for its 
critical efforts to rescue other children from abusive situations; 
and
	WHEREAS, Representative Aaron Pena has justly recognized the 
staff of Estrella's House by passing this resolution in their 
behalf during the 78th legislative session; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby commend all those 
associated with Estrella's House on their commitment to providing a 
better, safer future for Texas children and extend to them sincere 
best wishes for continued success; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Estrella's House as an expression of high regard by the 
Texas House of Representatives.