HR0617 96TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to recognize Doctor Nancy Alvarez, popularly known as Dr. Nancy, for her work helping Latino families and communities; and

WHEREAS, Born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, Doctor Nancy Alvarez has earned numerous professional awards in the field of human sexuality; and

WHEREAS, She is truly multi-talented; she has a doctorate in clinical psychology and family therapy; she is an author, columnist, and pop music and jazz vocalist; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Nancy's greatest achievement is serving as producer and host of the internationally acclaimed program "¿Quién Tiene la Razón?", which is broadcast on UNIVISION; on the program, Dr. Nancy counsels individuals and families in crisis; and

WHEREAS, Although she has received numerous awards for her work, she says that her greatest rewards are the thousands of testimonials from people who have benefited from her counseling; and

WHEREAS, She is a certified sexologist and a member of the American Board of Sexology; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Nancy is being honored for her work by the Dominican American Midwest Association for her hard work and dedication to helping others; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-SIXTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate and recognize Dr. Nancy for her work in helping Latino families, individuals, and communities; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Dr. Nancy Alvarez as a symbol of our respect and esteem.