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Montrose Counseling Center: New Laws to Affect Bullying/Youth Suicide

Montrose Counseling Center is pleased that Governor Rick Perry has signed legislation that stands against bullying and provides avenues for youth to receive suicide prevention.

"We commend the governor and state legislature for standing up for Texas youth," says Ann J. Robison, PhD, Executive Director of Montrose Counseling Center.

According to MCC Youth Services Specialist, Deb Murphy, "This has been a tumultulous year for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender youth, and it is gratifying to know that our lawmakers recognized they should take action to protect their future.