[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 81 (Wednesday, June 21, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1227]
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                        HONORING HOLLIS BRASHEAR

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                       HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 20, 2006

  Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay 
tribute to Hollis Brashear and his 14 years of outstanding service as 
Trustee to the Dallas Independent School District. His commitment to 
the students of Dallas ISD is to be commended. During his many years on 
the Board of Trustees, Hollis Brashear served as Chairman to multiple 
committees, vice-president and president.
  Mr. Brashear has always had a special connection to Dallas ISD and 
the students, as he was a graduate of Dallas lSD's Lincoln High School. 
He then went on to earn his bachelor's degree in civil engineering from 
Prairie View A&M University and his master's from Oklahoma State 
University.
  In addition to his academic accomplishments, Hollis Brashear went on 
to serve a notable 21 years in the military where he was awarded two 
bronze stars during the Vietnam War.
  Through his military service and outstanding academic and 
professional credentials, Hollis Brashear led the way towards 
improvement and change at Dallas ISD. His dignified dedication to the 
children, teachers, parents and administrators has made an immeasurable 
impact on the lives of Dallas ISD students.
  I commend Mr. Brashear on his 14 years of exceptional service and 
wish him all the best on his retirement in the years ahead.

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