H.R. No. 549

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Since 1991, court appointed special advocates from CASA of Collin County have helped countless area children in need; and

WHEREAS, CASA advocates serve as guardians ad litem, looking out for the best interests of children suffering from abuse or neglect; they are appointed by judges to watch over these children and to ensure that they get the attention they deserve in the often overburdened legal, social service, and foster care systems; in many instances, the volunteers are a rare source of stability in the lives of the young people they assist; and

WHEREAS, Over the course of the past 24 years, CASA of Collin County and its team of devoted volunteers have helped provide advocates for nearly 8,000 children; in so doing, the organization has continued to fulfill its mission of ensuring that 100 percent of vulnerable children in Collin County have a safe, permanent, and loving home; and

WHEREAS, Through their compassion, dedication, and hard work, CASA of Collin County advocates have made a positive and lasting impact in the lives of children and families in their area, and it is indeed fitting to honor them for their commitment to the young people of their communities; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby commend the members of CASA of Collin County for their service and extend to them sincere best wishes for continued success with their important work; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for CASA of Collin County as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

Leach

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 549 was adopted by the House on March 5, 2015, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House