TITLE: Recognizing Tropical Texas Behavioral Health on the occasion of its 50th anniversary.

SUMMARY: Recognizing Tropical Texas Behavioral Health on the occasion of its 50th anniversary.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Tropical Texas Behavioral Health on the occasion of its 50th anniversary; and WHEREAS, Tropical Texas Behavioral Health was one of the first in-state community mental health and intellectual and developmental disability centers to be established after the passage of House Bill 3, which was enacted to seek effective alternatives to treatment provided in state-run facilities; and WHEREAS, Originally known as Hidalgo County Mental Health and Mental Retardation Center, Tropical Texas Behavioral Health began as a small operation providing limited services out of the basement of Grandview Hospital in Edinburg; it has since grown to offer a complete range of essential mental health programs and services, including counseling, crisis intervention, supported employment, jail diversion, and primary care services; and WHEREAS, Tropical Texas Behavioral Health has consistently received the highest certification from the Commission on the Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities International; and WHEREAS, This exceptional organization has had a profound impact on the lives of countless people throughout the Rio Grande Valley, and it is truly deserving of special recognition upon reaching this milestone in its history; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, hereby commend the staff, administrators, and volunteers of Tropical Texas Behavioral Health on their commitment to better mental health services in Texas and extend to all associated with the system best wishes for a memorable 50th anniversary; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for this exemplary organization as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate. Lucio President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 21, 2017.