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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, Representatives of Texas affiliates of Easterseals |
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are visiting the State Capitol on April 18, 2019; and |
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WHEREAS, Since its expansion to the state more than eight |
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decades ago, Easterseals has become an important resource for Texas |
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children and adults with developmental disabilities; dedicated to |
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helping individuals achieve greater independence and productivity, |
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the organization offers outpatient medical rehabilitation, |
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including occupational, physical, and speech and language therapy, |
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as well as workforce development, respite care, and social |
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services; and |
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WHEREAS, This vital group is also committed to early |
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identification and early childhood intervention, services designed |
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to give young people at risk of developmental delay, physical and |
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mental disabilities, or autism the support they need to build |
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essential skills; and |
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WHEREAS, Easterseals has helped to empower countless |
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citizens to lead productive and rewarding lives, and its endeavors |
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truly benefit the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 86th Texas |
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Legislature hereby recognize April 18, 2019, as Texas Easterseals |
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Day at the State Capitol and commend all those associated with the |
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organization for their important work. |