H.R. No. 2608
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Cynthia Pharms of Houston has distinguished herself
through her service to the community, and her outstanding
leadership and resolve have earned her the deep admiration of all
who know her; and
WHEREAS, A community leader and civil rights activist,
Ms. Pharms became a powerful advocate of animal control measures
after the tragic death of her beloved aunt in 2003; Fannie Pearl
Pharms was the victim of an attack by three vicious dogs, and
Cynthia Pharms not only appeared before the Houston City Council to
seek tighter restrictions on dangerous dogs, but also testified in
favor of state legislation that stiffened penalties for the owners
of dogs involved in unprovoked attacks; enacted on June 15, 2007,
House Bill No. 1355 is dedicated to the memory of Fannie Pearl
Pharms and two other victims; and
WHEREAS, Cynthia Pharms was born and raised in Houston and
graduated from Sterling High School; she embarked on a career in
senior services and seeks to improve the lives of seniors and
prevent neglect and abuse of Texans in their golden years; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Pharms serves as a mentor in local schools and is
raising her 16-year-old nephew; she is a valued member of
St. Steven's Baptist Church and of Christian Women of Faith; and
WHEREAS, Cynthia Pharms stepped forward to help make Texas
neighborhoods safer, and her determination played an important role
in the passage of vital legislation to protect the public; she can
indeed take pride in the positive difference she has made in the
lives of others through her noteworthy endeavors; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby honor Cynthia Pharms for her contributions to
her community and this state and extend to her sincere best wishes
for continued success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Ms. Pharms as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Edwards
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2608 was adopted by the House on May
31, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House