H.R. No. 415
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Kate Voth of Austin has demonstrated remarkable
spirit and resolve in her battle with cancer; and
WHEREAS, In 2004, when she was just 18 years old, Ms. Voth was
diagnosed with melanoma; she underwent surgery and began
immunotherapy, but the cancer reappeared in 2009 in an advanced
stage; now 26, she has braved countless hospital visits and endured
additional biopsies, surgeries, chemotherapy, radiation, and other
treatments in her campaign to halt the progression of the disease;
and
WHEREAS, Ms. Voth is motivated and comforted by hundreds of
supporters, including family members, friends, and even strangers
who are touched by her positive attitude and unshakable
determination; in turn, she has helped encourage others who share
her struggle; a social media manager, she has used her familiarity
with online communications to reach out to other cancer fighters,
particularly younger people who may feel isolated in their
experience, and she has built strong and lasting friendships in the
process; and
WHEREAS, Even as she has dedicated herself to making a full
recovery, Ms. Voth has refused to let the disease define her life;
in 2008, she married her high school sweetheart, Mike Voth, who has
been by her side throughout her ordeal; in addition, she devotes her
time to a range of professional and community events in the Austin
area, as well as partakes in the simple joys of music, good food,
and sharing time with friends; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Voth remains passionate about outdoor
activities, particularly running, and hopes to one day compete in
the Boston Marathon; on February 17, 2013, in a fitting show of
solidarity, more than 100 supporters are participating in the
Livestrong Austin Marathon and Half Marathon as members of "Team
Kate"; and
WHEREAS, Kate Voth has drawn on an incredible reserve of
courage, grace, and optimism, and in so doing, she has become an
inspiring role model to all who know her; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas
Legislature hereby commend Kate Voth for her strength, compassion,
and selfless service to others and extend to her sincere best wishes
for the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Ms. Voth as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Springer
______________________________
Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 415 was adopted by the House on
February 13, 2013, by a non-record vote.
______________________________
Chief Clerk of the House