HR104 Alabama 2020 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Connie C. Rowe

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2020

Title

Youse, Beverly, commended

Summary

HR104 would officially commend Beverly Youse for 36 years of service as Executive Director of The House of Ruth, Inc., recognizing her leadership in Alabama's domestic violence and rape-survivor services.

What This Bill Does

The resolution formally recognizes and commends Beverly Youse for her 36 years of service as Executive Director of The House of Ruth, Inc. It notes the organization's role in serving survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence and highlights Youse's leadership in reestablishing and expanding services in Alabama. It also acknowledges her education and long involvement with advocacy groups like the Alabama Coalition Against Rape. The measure is ceremonial and does not create new laws or funding.

Who It Affects

• Ms. Beverly Youse – recipient of the commendation for her 36 years of leadership at The House of Ruth, Inc.
• The House of Ruth, Inc. – organization recognized and honored for its work serving survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence.
• Survivors and communities served by The House of Ruth, Inc. in nine counties – indirectly benefit from continued leadership and recognition of services.

Key Provisions

• Commends Beverly Youse for 36 years as Executive Director of The House of Ruth, Inc.
• Recognizes The House of Ruth, Inc. as a long-standing organization serving survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence and notes its historical role in Alabama, including being the first domestic violence program to work with rape victims and survivors of sexual assault.
• Details Beverly Youse's educational background (BA in Sociology from Christopher Newport University; MS in Agency Counseling from Troy State University) and honors received.
• Acknowledges Youse's leadership roles with the Alabama Coalition Against Rape (treasurer, vice president, president, legislative chairperson) and her advocacy for the legislative process.
• States that the resolution serves as a tribute with deepest appreciation and admiration.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory