H.R. No. 865 is a resolution commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Pursuit Center in Houston, which was founded in 1950 by parents aiming to enhance the quality of life for their children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Over the decades, the nonprofit has provided essential services that empower individuals with special needs to achieve independence and become active members of their communities. The center adopts a holistic approach, offering health and wellness services, personalized career planning and job training through its PursuitJOBS program, as well as various residential, recreational, and educational programs to help participants develop vital life skills.
The resolution acknowledges the significant impact Pursuit Center has had on the lives of Texans with intellectual and developmental disabilities and expresses the Texas House of Representatives' best wishes for the organization's continued success. An official copy of the resolution will be prepared as a token of high regard for the center and its contributions to the community. The resolution was adopted by the House on May 23, 2025.