H.R. No. 158 is a resolution commemorating the 30th anniversary of Scotty's House Brazos Valley Child Advocacy Center, which will be celebrated in 2025. Founded in 1995 in memory of Timothy Scott Linerode, a young boy who was tragically killed, Scotty's House is dedicated to supporting children who have experienced abuse and neglect. The nonprofit organization collaborates with law enforcement and Child Protective Services to provide a safe and nurturing environment for affected youth, offering services such as counseling, advocacy, forensic interviews, and medical exams. Since its inception, Scotty's House has positively impacted the lives of over 14,000 children across several counties in Texas.
The resolution acknowledges the significant contributions of Scotty's House over the past three decades in helping vulnerable children achieve safety, healing, and justice. It expresses the Texas House of Representatives' sincere best wishes for the future of the organization and its staff. An official copy of the resolution will be prepared as a token of high regard for Scotty's House and its mission.