SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 419

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Tony Carroll and Bruce Smith, who served as honorary cochairs of the Victory Fund Houston Champagne Brunch on March 1, 2015; and

WHEREAS, Tony Carroll and Bruce Smith are dedicated to serving the gay and lesbian community in their city through their professional work and their personal endeavors; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Carroll began researching issues that are unique to gay and lesbian couples in the 1980s; he has dedicated his career to helping couples and individuals deal with their issues through his work as a practicing therapist; his partner, Mr. Smith, works with him to address the special needs of the community at therapeutic relationship workshops; and

WHEREAS, These exemplary gentlemen also serve the greater community through their involvement with numerous charities, the arts, and political organizations; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Carroll and Mr. Smith are committed to ensuring that gay and lesbian citizens have the support they need to navigate the challenges in their lives, and they can indeed take pride in their personal and professional accomplishments; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th Legislature, hereby commend Tony Carroll and Bruce Smith on their dedication to their work on behalf of the gay and lesbian community and on their many contributions to the City of Houston and extend to them best wishes for the future; and, be it further

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

Garcia

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 23, 2015.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate