SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 226
In Memory
of
Christine Mae Blubaugh
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas recognizes the
victims of teenage dating violence and honors the memory of the
late Christine Mae Blubaugh of Grand Prairie, who tragically lost
her life at the age of 16 as a result of dating violence; and
WHEREAS, According to the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention, one in 11 female and one in 14 male high school
students report having experienced dating violence within the
last year; 26 percent of women and 15 percent of men who have been
victims of violence by an intimate partner, whether physical
violence, sexual violence, or stalking, first experienced dating
violence before the age of 18; and
WHEREAS, On March 25, 2000, Christine Blubaugh's life was
taken as a result of dating violence, and for the past 21 years,
her family and loved ones have tirelessly advocated the
importance of educating young people about the warning signs and
prevention of child abuse, family violence, and teen dating
violence; and
WHEREAS, The Texas Senate is committed to the safety of the
state's young citizens, and in recognition of the need for public
awareness about the dangers and devastating consequences of
teenage dating violence, the Texas Legislature designated
February of 2021 as Teen Dating Violence Prevention Month; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th
Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Christine Mae
Blubaugh and to all victims who have suffered as a result of
teenage dating violence and encourage citizens throughout the
state to help promote the awareness of this important issue; and,
be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in
memory of Christine Blubaugh and in honor of the victims of
teenage dating violence.
West
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 13, 2021, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate