The resolution recognizes Joanna Adame from Mission for her achievement as a member of the Texas Partners in Policymaking Class of 2025. This program, organized by the Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities, aims to empower individuals with developmental disabilities and their families to become advocates for policy change. Over seven months, participants gain knowledge about disability history, systems, and policy, often leading to roles on various boards and councils or even running for public office.
As a parent advocate, Ms. Adame completed a capstone project focused on raising awareness of cortical visual impairment and improving access to related resources. In her role as chair of the parent advisory committee for Easterseals Rio Grande Valley, she connects families with essential services and advocates for enhanced community support. The resolution expresses the Texas House of Representatives' congratulations to Ms. Adame for her accomplishments and extends best wishes for her future endeavors. An official copy of the resolution will be prepared for her as a token of high regard.