81R36179 MG-D
By: Pena H.R. No. 2787
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The members of the Texas Association of Addiction
Professionals are providing a vital service to their clients and to
the general public by raising awareness about chemical dependency
and other conditions; and
WHEREAS, A group of individual counselors, prevention
specialists, and others with direct involvement in the field of
addiction, TAAP is dedicated to the recovery of alcoholics and drug
abusers and their families, and it seeks to educate citizens about
addiction and other compulsive behaviors through its legislative
initiatives and promotional campaigns; and
WHEREAS, TAAP works with state and federal agencies to
further public policy, and it advocates for high standards of
licensure and certification and strong ethics; in addition, it
unites addiction counselors and other professionals from across
Texas by organizing local chapters and providing education,
development, networking, and peer assistance opportunities; and
WHEREAS, In promoting health and recovery, the Texas
Association of Addiction Professionals is contributing to the
greater good of the Lone Star State, and it is indeed a pleasure to
recognize this group for its outstanding efforts; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby honor the Texas Association of Addiction
Professionals for its advocacy efforts regarding the prevention and
treatment of addiction and extend to the association members
sincere best wishes for continued success with their worthy
endeavors; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for TAAP as an expression of high regard by the Texas House
of Representatives.