SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 33
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Casa de Misericordia on the occasion of its 15th
anniversary; and
WHEREAS, Casa de Misericordia opened its doors on July 7,
1998, after a dedicated group of health care providers from Mercy
Clinic had noticed a disturbing number of women in violent
situations; a grant from the Sisters of Mercy and community
donations provided funding, and Casa de Misericordia was
founded; and
WHEREAS, Over the course of its history, this exceptional
nonprofit organization and women's shelter has helped the
victims of domestic violence to reclaim their lives by offering
comprehensive, holistic services and long-term support; and
WHEREAS, Casa de Misericordia has provided the victims of
domestic violence, notably those with children and those who are
pregnant, with a sheltered environment in which they can obtain
the very best services in education, legal advocacy, counseling,
medical referrals, and spiritual guidance; and
WHEREAS, Through the years, the organization has added
such services and facilities as a women's empowerment program,
children's summer camps, the Sisters of Mercy Recreation Center,
and the Mattie Smith-Gomez Family Center; it is truly deserving
of recognition for its enduring efforts to raise awareness of the
problem of domestic violence and to provide its victims in the
Laredo community with a safe and secure place to regain strength
and peace in their lives; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
83rd Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby commend the staff
and volunteers of Casa de Misericordia on their dedication to
helping the victims of domestic abuse and extend to them best
wishes on the occasion of the shelter's 15th anniversary; and, be
it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the organization as an expression of esteem from the Texas
Senate.
Zaffirini
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on July 11, 2013.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate