Texas 2017 - 85th 1st C.S.

Texas Senate Bill SR150

Caption

Recognizing Dan Leal for 15 years of service to the Children's Advocacy Center for Denton County.

Impact

Under Leal's leadership, the Children’s Advocacy Center has significantly grown, expanding its facilities and staff to better address the needs of abused and neglected children. The resolution points out that his efforts have led to financial security for the center and increased community awareness of its programs. This makes a substantial impact on local legislation concerning child welfare and advocacy by underscoring the importance of dedicated leadership in non-profit organizations focused on child protection.

Summary

Senate Resolution No. 150 recognizes Dan Leal for his 15 years of service as the executive director of the Children's Advocacy Center for Denton County. This resolution expresses the Senate's appreciation for Leal's dedication to the center's mission, which focuses on empowering victims of child abuse and their families through various means such as education, healing, and justice. The resolution highlights Leal's previous collaboration with the center while working for the City of Denton and his passion for supporting the community's vulnerable children.

Contention

The resolution, while largely celebratory, does touch upon themes of ongoing challenges related to child advocacy and protection in Texas. By honoring Leal, the Senate not only acknowledges his contributions but also emphasizes the ongoing need for community support and resources to protect children. The absence of legislative contention or opposition in this resolution indicates a unified recognition of Leal's work, despite potential challenges facing child advocacy efforts not explicitly addressed in the resolution.

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