SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 89
WHEREAS, The Texas Senate takes great pleasure in welcoming a distinguished visitor to the Lone Star State, Dr. Henry Troutman Harbin of Maryland; and WHEREAS, A former director of the State of Maryland Mental Health Administration, Dr. Harbin is also the founder and past chairman of the American Managed Behavioral Healthcare Association; and WHEREAS, In 1989, this esteemed gentleman helped to form Green Spring, and under his able leadership the business grew to be one of the largest managed behavioral health care companies in the country; today, Dr. Harbin is chairman of the board of directors at Magellan Health Services and sits on the White House Commission on Mental Health; and WHEREAS, Dr. Harbin has familial ties to the Lone Star State, for he is a descendant of Joanna Troutman, whose portrait hangs in the State Capitol; this celebrated pioneer created an early version of the Lone Star Flag, made of white silk and bearing a blue, five-pointed star; and WHEREAS, In all aspects of his life, Dr. Harbin has demonstrated outstanding leadership, integrity, and dedication to others; a man of many achievements, he is truly worthy of special recognition during his visit to the Capital City; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 78th Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby honor Dr. Henry Troutman Harbin on the occasion of his visit to Texas and extend to him sincere best wishes for an enjoyable and rewarding stay; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be prepared for Dr. Harbin as an expression of high regard by the Texas Senate. Staples ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on July 23, 2003. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate