The Senate resolution expresses gratitude and well wishes to Ted Matthews, a longtime mental health practitioner in Minnesota, as he enters retirement. It highlights his decades of dedicated service, particularly as a rural mental health counselor, where he significantly improved the lives of many farmers and rural community members. In addition to providing direct mental health care, Ted played a vital role in educating the public about mental health issues, especially those affecting farmers.

The resolution acknowledges Ted Matthews' enduring positive impact on the state and formally thanks him for his contributions. It concludes by directing the Secretary of the Senate to prepare an authenticated copy of the resolution to be sent to Ted Matthews, celebrating his achievements and wishing him well in his retirement.