HR103 - Commemorating the 75th anniversary of Texas Baptist Children's Home in Round Rock.

      H.R. No. 103       R E S O L U T I O N          WHEREAS, Texas Baptist Children's Home in Round Rock is   marking the 75th anniversary of its founding in 2025, offering a   fitting opportunity to recognize the organization's myriad   contributions to the community; and          WHEREAS, Louis and Billie Sue Henna established Texas Baptist   Children's Home in 1950 to provide quality care for abused and   neglected children in Central Texas; the couple donated 112 acres   of land and several newly constructed buildings to the Baptist   General Convention of Texas, and over the years, the organization   has grown to encompass a range of initiatives that empower those in   need; and          WHEREAS, Through its HOPE Counseling Program, TBCH provides   no-cost, trauma-informed counseling and education to Williamson   County residents at three locations; the nonprofit also offers the   Family Care Program, which helps participants achieve long-term   stability and take steps toward independent housing; in addition,   the initiative gives children the opportunity to engage with one   another and take part in camps, gym activities, and various special   events; and          WHEREAS, TBCH assists young adults through its Home Base   Program, providing them with residential and support services, as   well as through its Welcome HOME Program, which helps participants   with personal development and community integration; moreover, its   Aftercare Program offers former clients continued support,   assisting with food, clothing, and scholarships; and          WHEREAS, In 2024, TBCH received Best of Round Rock Awards in   the best nonprofit focused on children and best experience for   volunteers categories; it was also honored with the Central Texas   Community Foundation Impact Award for its unwavering commitment to   supporting children and families in Williamson County; and          WHEREAS, For three quarters of a century, Texas Baptist   Children's Home has rendered exceptional service to countless   Texans in need, and the organization truly merits special   recognition on the occasion of this milestone year; now, therefore,   be it          RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas   Legislature hereby commemorate the 75th anniversary of Texas   Baptist Children's Home and extend to all those associated with the   organization 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 Texas Baptist Children's Home as an expression of high   regard by the Texas House of Representatives.     Harris Davila     ______________________________   Speaker of the House                 I certify that H.R. No. 103 was adopted by the House on March   6, 2025, by a non-record vote.     ______________________________   Chief Clerk of the House