[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 3 (Thursday, January 8, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E31]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         HONORING ROYCE HICKMAN

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                            HON. BILL FLORES

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, January 8, 2015

  Mr. FLORES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Royce Hickman, an 
outstanding individual who has been serving as President/CEO of the 
Bryan/College Station Chamber of Commerce since 1998.
  Royce has held a number of high profile positions throughout his 
business career. He is a past member of the Executive Committee of the 
Texas Association of Business. In addition, he served on the Board of 
Directors and as Chairman of the Texas Chamber of Commerce Executives.
  Just recently, Royce was presented with the 2014 Distinguished 
Service Award by the Texas Chamber of Commerce Executives. He was 
awarded this recognition for his leadership as chairman of the state 
organization. During his time as Chairman he led the organization 
towards its current thriving position.
  Royce is a past Chairman of the Texas A&M Association of Former 
Students, a past president of the friends of the Sterling C. Evans 
library and in 2007 was presented with the International Excellence 
Award in the Community by Texas A&M University. He currently serves on 
the George Bush School of Government and Public Services Development 
Council, the Texas A&M Career Center Advisory Council and the Bush 
School Public Service Organization Advisory Board. He also serves on 
the local March of Dimes Board and on several committees at his Church.
  Royce is a great asset to the Brazos Valley. His service to our 
community has helped it grow and prosper. He has shown tremendous 
dedication and willingness to go above and beyond the call of duty. 
Most importantly, he has been a committed husband to his wife, Mary, 
and a nurturing leader for his children and grandchildren.
  Today we are thrilled to recognize and honor Royce Hickman's 
devotion, dedication and loyalty to our nation, our state, our 
community, and his family.
  Mr. Speaker, before I close, I ask everyone to continue to pray for 
our country and for our military men and women that protect it.
  God bless the United States of America.

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