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89(R) HR 1138 - Enrolled version - Bill Text
H.R. No. 1138
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Dr. Mary Talley Bowden, a board-certified
otolaryngologist and sleep specialist in Houston, has dedicated her
medical practice to the well-being of patients, particularly during
the COVID-19 pandemic; and
WHEREAS, A vocal advocate for patient access to early
treatment protocols, Dr. Bowden has emphasized a proactive
approach to mitigating severe outcomes associated with COVID-19;
she has successfully treated more than 6,000 COVID-19 patients
using early intervention strategies, which have contributed to
reduced hospitalizations and improved patient recovery with no loss
of life; and
WHEREAS, Committed to medical freedom and patient autonomy,
Dr. Bowden has reinforced the importance of individualized
treatment plans, allowing patients to receive care tailored to
their specific needs; moreover, her advocacy for physician
independence and patient rights has encouraged dialogue on broader
health care policies and access to treatment options beyond
conventional methodologies; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Bowden's efforts have garnered national
recognition, highlighting the importance of alternative
perspectives in the ongoing discourse regarding pandemic response
and treatment options; she currently serves as a senior fellow with
the Independent Medical Alliance and as a member of the board of
directors of the Vaccine Safety Research Foundation; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Bowden has exemplified the highest standards of
medical ethics by prioritizing patient care, upholding the
physician's duty to do no harm, and challenging regulatory barriers
that may limit treatment choices; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas
Legislature hereby commend Dr. Mary Talley Bowden for her
contributions to the treatment of COVID-19 patients through early
intervention protocols and for her continued commitment to patient
care and medical innovation; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Dr. Bowden as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Toth
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1138 was adopted by the House on June
1, 2025, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House