Texas 2017 - 85th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SR428

Caption

Recognizing parents and family members of individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Impact

While SR428 is a resolution of recognition rather than a bill with legislative power, its significance lies in the acknowledgment of the challenges faced by families of individuals with intellectual disabilities. It serves to bring attention to the need for improved services and inclusivity, which could influence future legislative actions and funding decisions. The recognition provided by this resolution may help galvanize further advocacy efforts by families to push for better resources and programs to meet their specific needs.

Summary

Senate Resolution No. 428 recognizes the vital contributions of parents and family members of individuals with intellectual disabilities across Texas. This resolution commends these caregivers for their dedication and advocacy efforts, highlighting their continuous fight for enhanced services and support systems, including state schools, centers, and community mental health programs. It is noteworthy that these individuals have played instrumental roles in influencing policies at local and national levels, particularly concerning quality care standards and fiscal responsibilities in managing services for their family members.

Contention

There may be points of contention surrounding this resolution primarily in the discussions of how adequately state resources address the needs expressed by these families. Advocates for families may argue that despite this acknowledgment, more concrete actions are necessary to ensure they have genuine support and access to quality resources. Critics might point out that without legislative measures, resolutions like SR428, while meaningful, may not drive the changes necessary to improve the state’s systems for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HR349

Honoring The Arc of Greater Beaumont for its service to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

TX SB944

Relating to the commitment order for individuals with intellectual disabilities who are committed to state supported living centers.

TX SB1585

Relating to certain proceedings in juvenile court for children with mental illness and intellectual disabilities.

TX HB2037

Relating to certain proceedings in juvenile court for children with mental illness and intellectual disabilities.

TX HB1359

Relating to certain proceedings in juvenile court for children with mental illness and intellectual disabilities.

TX HB3330

Relating to the establishment of a task force on the statewide alert systems for abducted children and missing persons with intellectual disabilities.

TX HB4702

Relating to peer support specialists for certain individuals with an intellectual or developmental disability and peer services for those individuals under Medicaid.

TX SR19

Recognizing the members of the McAfee family on the occasion of their 2023 family reunion.

TX SB2191

Relating to peer support specialists for individuals with an intellectual or developmental disability and peer services for those individuals under Medicaid living outside of state supported living centers.

TX HB3928

Relating to dyslexia evaluations and services for public school students, the provision of services for students with dyslexia and related disorders, and certain parental notice regarding the rights of parents of public school students with disabilities.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.