SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 189
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
join the Elizabeth Dole Foundation's Hidden Heroes campaign in
recognizing and paying tribute to the military and veteran
caregivers of our state and nation; and
WHEREAS, Since World War II, our nation's engagement in
wars and armed conflicts has given rise to the 5.5 million
parents, spouses, siblings, and friends who act as caregivers for
military veterans and service members who have been wounded or
are ill or injured; and
WHEREAS, Our nation provides multifaceted support and
resources to those who have served in the armed forces, but the
caregivers of these brave men and women receive little support or
acknowledgment; most of these caregivers do not identify
themselves as such and consider the work they do and the unique
challenges they face to be part of their civic and patriotic
duty; many suffer debilitating mental, physical, and emotional
effects as a result of their caregiving duties and lack the
support, assistance, and resources they need; and
WHEREAS, In recognition of this need, the Elizabeth Dole
Foundation has established the Hidden Heroes campaign to
recognize and support military caregivers and to raise awareness
of the challenges they face; by building a network of cities and
counties, the campaign connects communities and caregivers with
information, services, and resources and seeks to inspire and
encourage community members and leaders to take action in
supporting military caregivers; and
WHEREAS, These essential caregivers provide a vital
service to those they care for and to our nation and it is indeed
fitting that the Texas Senate recognize and pay tribute to these
hidden heroes for their selfless and invaluable service; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th
Legislature, hereby recognize the state's military and veteran
caregivers and encourage Texans across the state to create
supportive environments and opportunities to assist these
dedicated caregivers; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in
honor of the military and veteran caregivers of Texas and the
Hidden Heroes campaign.
Campbell
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 24, 2021.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate