The Senate resolution expresses gratitude and well wishes to Ted Matthews, a longtime mental health practitioner in Minnesota, as he enters retirement. It acknowledges 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. The resolution highlights his efforts not only in providing direct mental health care but also in educating the public about mental health issues, especially those affecting farmers.

In recognition of his enduring positive impact on the state, the resolution formally thanks Ted Matthews for his contributions and congratulates him on his retirement. It also instructs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare an official copy of the resolution, which will be authenticated and sent to him.