Texas Senate Bill SR589

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

• Introduced: 4/7/09
• Enrolled: 4/7/09
• Passed: 4/7/09

Caption

Congratulating Samantha Cipriano for winning the poetry contest sponsored by the Committee on Veteran Affairs and Military Installations.

Impact

By passing this resolution, the Senate aims to bring attention to the importance of supporting military families, particularly the children who support their parents during deployments and other military duties. The intent is to foster awareness among the public regarding the sacrifices these children make while also recognizing their contributions to the morale of armed forces families. Displaying Samantha’s poetry at the State Capitol serves as a continual reminder of the courage military children display and offers them a platform to express their voices.

Summary

Senate Resolution No. 589 commends Samantha Cipriano for winning a poetry contest organized by the Texas Senate Committee on Veteran Affairs and Military Installations. This resolution celebrates her achievement during the statewide commemoration of the Month of the Military Child, observed in April 2009. The resolution recognizes the unique challenges faced by military children, who often navigate frequent relocations and long separations from parents due to military service. Acknowledging these challenges, the resolution highlights the resilience and courage Samantha has exhibited as the child of service members.

Contention

While the resolution is largely celebratory, it emphasizes the need for continued advocacy and support for military families. There may be potential discussions on how to better support military children in terms of educational and emotional resources, particularly given the difficulties they experience related to frequent moves and family separations. The reference to the Month of the Military Child aims to ensure that such discussions are not only timely but resonate within communities, encouraging efforts to improve the overall quality of life for military families.