Bill Text: TX HR415 | 2013-2014 | 83rd Legislature | Enrolled

Texas House Resolution 415 (Prior Session Legislation)

Bill Title: Honoring Kate Voth of Austin for her courageous fight with cancer.

Sponsorship: Partisan Bill (Republican 1)

Status: (Passed) 2013-02-13 - Reported enrolled [HR415 Detail]

Download: Texas-2013-HR415-Enrolled.html



	H.R. No. 415



	R E S O L U T I O N

	WHEREAS, Kate Voth of Austin has demonstrated remarkable
	spirit and resolve in her battle with cancer; and
	WHEREAS, In 2004, when she was just 18 years old, Ms. Voth was
	diagnosed with melanoma; she underwent surgery and began
	immunotherapy, but the cancer reappeared in 2009 in an advanced
	stage; now 26, she has braved countless hospital visits and endured
	additional biopsies, surgeries, chemotherapy, radiation, and other
	treatments in her campaign to halt the progression of the disease;
	and
	WHEREAS, Ms. Voth is motivated and comforted by hundreds of
	supporters, including family members, friends, and even strangers
	who are touched by her positive attitude and unshakable
	determination; in turn, she has helped encourage others who share
	her struggle; a social media manager, she has used her familiarity
	with online communications to reach out to other cancer fighters,
	particularly younger people who may feel isolated in their
	experience, and she has built strong and lasting friendships in the
	process; and
	WHEREAS, Even as she has dedicated herself to making a full
	recovery, Ms. Voth has refused to let the disease define her life;
	in 2008, she married her high school sweetheart, Mike Voth, who has
	been by her side throughout her ordeal; in addition, she devotes her
	time to a range of professional and community events in the Austin
	area, as well as partakes in the simple joys of music, good food,
	and sharing time with friends; and
	WHEREAS, Ms. Voth remains passionate about outdoor
	activities, particularly running, and hopes to one day compete in
	the Boston Marathon; on February 17, 2013, in a fitting show of
	solidarity, more than 100 supporters are participating in the
	Livestrong Austin Marathon and Half Marathon as members of "Team
	Kate"; and
	WHEREAS, Kate Voth has drawn on an incredible reserve of
	courage, grace, and optimism, and in so doing, she has become an
	inspiring role model to all who know her; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas
	Legislature hereby commend Kate Voth for her strength, compassion,
	and selfless service to others and extend to her sincere best wishes
	for the future; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
	prepared for Ms. Voth as an expression of high regard by the Texas
	House of Representatives.

	Springer

	______________________________
	Speaker of the House

	I certify that H.R. No. 415 was adopted by the House on
	February 13, 2013, by a non-record vote.

	______________________________
	Chief Clerk of the House