[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 86 (Friday, June 8, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1026]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      HONORING DR. RON L. HOPPING

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                            HON. PETE OLSON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, June 8, 2012

  Mr. OLSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate 
Dr. Ron L. Hopping of Clear Lake, Texas. At the end of this month, Dr. 
Hopping will be installed as 91st President of the American Optometric 
Association (AOA) during their 115th annual meeting in Chicago, 
Illinois. This is a prestigious and well-deserved title for a man of 
great determination and success in his career of Optometry.
  Dr. Hopping earned his Bachelor's degree from Southern California 
College of Optometry and completed his Master's degree in Public Health 
from the University of Texas in 1982. He is also the recipient of the 
President's Award for Outstanding Service from ten different state 
presidents and earned the distinction of Texas Optometrist of the Year 
in 2002. Dr. Hopping also received the Outstanding Faculty Award at the 
University of Houston, College of Optometry.
  Among his many impressive accolades, Dr. Hopping is a Fellow of the 
American Academy of Optometry, as well as a Diplomate in Cornea and 
Contact Lenses. Dr. Hopping has also earned the title of Distinguished 
Practitioner by the National Academies of Practice in Optometry.
  Dr. Hopping held several positions and served on numerous boards, 
including the American Optometric Association Board of Trustees. He 
served as a full-time faculty member with the rank of Assistant 
Professor at the University of Houston, College of Optometry and 
President of the Texas Optometric Association in 1996. Dr. Hopping also 
served as chair of the AOA Information and Member Services Group, and 
on the AOA Communications Group Advisory Committee.
  Currently, Dr. Hopping is a member of the AOA Executive, Investment, 
Agenda and Personnel Committees. His board liaison assignments include 
the Meetings Center and affiliate associations in Alaska, California, 
Hawaii, Nevada, and Oregon. Dr. Hopping is also the liaison for the 
Armed Forces Optometric Society, Southern California College of 
Optometry and Western University of Health Science College of 
Optometry.
  Dr. Ron L. Hopping distinguishes himself through his many 
contributions to his profession. His previous achievements and 
dedication provide the foundation for what I predict will be an 
extremely successful term as President of the American Optometric 
Association. It's a privilege to extend a heartfelt congratulation to 
the 91st President of the American Optometric Association, Dr. Ron L. 
Hopping. Thank you for enriching the lives of many through your work.

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