H.R. No. 2146
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Bluebonnet Youth Ranch near Yoakum has made a
positive difference in the lives of Texas children for four
decades; and
WHEREAS, This nonprofit organization dates back to 1968, when
a group of Yoakum businessmen pooled their funds to provide a home
for five needy siblings; they soon discovered, however, the need
for licensing by the state; word spread through the community, and
following a generous donation of 45 acres and a successful
fund-raising campaign, they were able to open an official
residential home for dependent, abused, and neglected children; and
WHEREAS, Since its inception, the Bluebonnet Youth Ranch has
cared for nearly 400 children from infancy to 18 years of age;
residents live in one of three cottages on the property, each
overseen by a permanent set of houseparents, and participate in
such day-to-day activities as household chores, recreation, and
study; they attend school and church in the community and help tend
to the ranch's animals and garden; and
WHEREAS, Bluebonnet works to further the education of any
child who graduates while in its care by assisting with both
financial and emotional support, and it also helps residents with
career planning; and
WHEREAS, Demonstrating an unwavering commitment to the
health and well-being of children and youth, the Bluebonnet Youth
Ranch benefits society as a whole, and its notable history is indeed
deserving of recognition; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby honor the Bluebonnet Youth Ranch near Yoakum on
its 40th anniversary and extend to all those associated with the
ranch sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Bluebonnet Youth Ranch as an expression of high regard
by the Texas House of Representatives.
Morrison
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2146 was adopted by the House on May
21, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House