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TX HR857

Resolution

Status

Passed

6/1/2025

Primary Sponsor

Lauren Ashley Simmons

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Houston Area Women's Center celebrated the ribbon-cutting ceremony for One Safe Place Houston, the first phase of its new client services facility, on March 25, 2025

  • The organization has operated since 1977, providing crisis intervention, trauma-informed support, and violence prevention services for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking

  • HAWC employs 190 paid staff members and utilizes more than 1,000 volunteers, operating a residential emergency shelter and 24/7 hotline call center

  • The Texas House of Representatives congratulates HAWC on the facility opening and extends best wishes to staff, volunteers, and clients

  • Resolution adopted by the House on June 1, 2025, by non-record vote

Legislative Description

Congratulating the Houston Area Women's Center on the opening of the first phase of its new client services facility.

Resolutions

Last Action

Reported enrolled

6/1/2025

Committee Referrals

Local & Consent Calendars4/28/2025

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