H.R. No. 1450



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, La Rosa Family Services in Houston was established 
in 1995 to furnish a safe, empowering environment for victims of 
domestic violence and abuse and to help prevent future violence; 
and
	WHEREAS, Serving an average of 160 people a week, La Rosa 
Family Services offers not only an emergency refuge, but also 
counseling, support groups, legal advocacy, and prevention 
education; in addition, area residents can benefit from the 
organization's health fairs, mentoring, and an emergency 24-hour 
crisis hotline; and
	WHEREAS, Staffed by knowledgeable and caring professionals, 
it also provides referrals to appropriate state and local agencies 
and collaborating organizations, as well as conducts training 
classes for law enforcement, medical, and social service personnel; 
and
	WHEREAS, For a decade, this invaluable facility has been a 
valuable source of support, education, and services essential for 
overcoming domestic violence, and it is most deserving of special 
recognition; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature hereby honor La Rosa Family Services on its 10th 
anniversary and commend all those associated with the group for 
their dedication and contributions to the community; and, be it 
further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for the organization as an expression of high regard by the 
Texas House of Representatives.

                                                                          Bailey

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                                                       Speaker of the House     

	I certify that H.R. No. 1450 was adopted by the House on May 
13, 2005, by a non-record vote.

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                                                     Chief Clerk of the House