TITLE: Commending Libby Gonzales for her advocacy work in behalf of the transgender youth community in Texas.

SUMMARY: Commending Libby Gonzales for her advocacy work in behalf of the transgender youth community in Texas.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Libby Gonzales of Dallas has distinguished herself through her exceptional work as an advocate for the transgender youth community in Texas; and WHEREAS, Since 2017, Libby and her parents, Frank and Rachel Gonzales, have made numerous trips to the State Capitol to testify at hearings before members of the Texas House of Representatives and the Texas Senate; an effective communicator, Libby has offered valuable and eloquent input on legislation concerning transgender students such as herself, and her story has been shared by national TV stations; Libby's parents advocate for treating all transgender children--at home, in school, and in their community--with equality, acceptance, and respect; and WHEREAS, By courageously speaking out on urgent legislative issues, Libby Gonzales has helped ensure that the voices of transgender students will not be silenced, and she is a source of inspiration to numerous people in the Lone Star State and beyond; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby commend Libby Gonzales for her advocacy in behalf of the transgender youth community in Texas and extend to her sincere best wishes for continued success in her important work; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Libby Gonzales as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Bernal Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 273 was adopted by the House on October 18, 2021, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House