SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 226

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the Texas Council on Family Violence for its outstanding efforts to support and defend those Texas citizens affected by domestic violence; and

WHEREAS, One of the largest domestic violence coalitions in the nation, the Texas Council on Family Violence promotes safe and healthy relationships by supporting service providers, facilitating strategic prevention efforts, and creating opportunities for freedom from domestic violence; and

WHEREAS, The Texas Council on Family Violence focuses on meeting the needs of those affected by domestic violence; the organization educates and trains its service providers and many partners, serves as a unified voice before the Texas Legislature on behalf of victims, and supports the prevention efforts of programs across the state; and

WHEREAS, For over three decades the Texas Council on Family Violence has been a nationally recognized leader in the effort to end family violence, and its members are truly deserving of recognition for their many accomplishments; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby commend the Texas Council on Family Violence for its admirable service on behalf of the victims of domestic violence and extend best wishes for ongoing success in its future efforts; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.

Nelson

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 14, 2011.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate