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1971:
Representative Tim Moore sponsored a resolution in the Texas House of Representatives in Austin, Texas calling on the House to commend Albert de Salvo for his unselfish service to "his country, his state and his community." The resolution stated that "this compassionate gentleman's dedication and devotion to his work has enabled the weak and the lonely throughout the nation to achieve and maintain a new degree of concern for their future. He has been officially recognized by the state of Massachusetts for his noted activities and unconventional techniques involving population control and applied psychology." The resolution was passed unanimously. Representative Moore then revealed that he had only tabled the motion to show how the legislature passes bills and resolutions often without reading them or understanding what they say. Albert de Salvo was the Boston Strangler.
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My government professor mentioned this today, I found it interesting. It shows how badly the Texas constitution needs to be mostly rewritten. Although this happened in 1971 not much has changed with how our state legislator opperates. They are Bienniel and only meet for 140days. As many as 6000 resolutions can be presented during this time, and about 1500 get passed. Many commending a person or group. The legislators don't pay much attention to these resolutions and and vote just to get them done and over with, they need more time to work on the important issues of state, such as school funding.