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This resolution affirms the critical importance of fatherhood in child development by acknowledging the significant challenges faced by children in fatherless homes, as evidenced by Census Bureau data showing 18.4 million children in the United States and 2.5 million in Texas living without a father present. The resolution supports efforts by public officials, community leaders, and citizens to promote engaged fatherhood, recognizing that strong male role models can help prevent issues like suicide, behavioral disorders, juvenile detention, substance abuse, and teen pregnancy. It calls for researching the root causes of fatherlessness and developing policies that remove disincentives to two-parent households, while also supporting programs that provide incarcerated individuals with employment skills, encouraging educational and economic opportunities in minority communities, and addressing child custody challenges. Furthermore, the resolution emphasizes the importance of private sector and faith-based organizations in supporting family structures and reducing government dependency, ultimately seeking to create more supportive environments for children to learn, grow, and reach their full potential.

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