SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 73

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to join Texans across the state in celebrating Children's Advocacy Centers of Texas Legislative Day at the Capitol; and

WHEREAS, The mission of the Children's Advocacy Centers of Texas is to restore the lives of abused and neglected children; composed of 66 centers distributed across the state, this exemplary organization works with local communities and agencies to protect the right of children to be safe, secure, and free from violence; and

WHEREAS, The centers bring together such disparate disciplines as law enforcement, child protective services, and mental and medical health services to create a collaborative approach to investigating and prosecuting child abuse; this cooperative effort results in the prompt and effective sharing of information and evidence and works to diminish the sometimes traumatic effects of the investigative process; and

WHEREAS, The Children's Advocacy Centers of Texas provides young victims with the services they need and raises public awareness about the need to protect children; it is truly fitting that this outstanding organization be recognized for its many achievements; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, hereby commend the Children's Advocacy Centers of Texas on their exceptional efforts to help ensure that abused children receive justice and extend best wishes for a memorable Legislative Day at the Capitol; and, be it further

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

Nelson, Huffman

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 11, 2013.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate

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Member, Texas Senate