TITLE: Congratulating Julie Priego of El Paso on her selection as the 2015 Texas Prevention Specialist of the Year by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Julie Priego of El Paso on her selection as the 2015 Texas Prevention Specialist of the Year by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Julie Priego of El Paso has deservedly been selected as the 2015 Texas Prevention Specialist of the Year by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals; and WHEREAS, The TCBAP administers licensure and certification exams and standardizes the qualifications of those working in areas of addiction counseling, clinical supervision, and prevention throughout the Lone Star State; each year, the board pays tribute to a notable individual who has made outstanding contributions in the field; and WHEREAS, Ms. Priego has built an exemplary 16-year career in substance abuse prevention and intervention, and she currently serves as divisional director of the nonprofit Aliviane, Inc., a primary provider of prevention and treatment services; in that role, she recommends policies and reviews proposals for the organization, and she has helped establish programs at the local, state, national, and international levels; and WHEREAS, Highly regarded for her extensive expertise, dedication, and compassion, Julie Priego has made a meaningful difference in the lives of many people, and her exceptional accomplishments are truly worthy of commendation; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Julie Priego on being named the 2015 Texas Prevention Specialist of the Year by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals and extend to her sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Ms. Priego as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Blanco Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2985 was adopted by the House on May 30, 2015, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House