[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 52 (Monday, April 13, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E467]
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                   IN RECOGNITION OF MR. JESS T. HAY

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                       HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, April 13, 2015

  Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with 
great pleasure to recognize Mr. Jess T. Hay of Dallas, Texas. During 
his lengthy career in corporate America, Mr. Hay served as director and 
presiding director of Viad Corp, chairman and CEO of Lomas Financial 
group and Lomas and Nettleton Financial Corporation. He has also served 
on the board of directors for companies such as Exxon Mobile and the 
Greyhound Corporation.
  Born in Forney, Texas in 1931, Jess Hay is a lifelong resident of 
Texas. He completed his studies at Southern Methodist University in 
Dallas, Texas, earning his Bachelor's degree in Business Administration 
in 1953 and his Juris Doctorate in 1955. Mr. Hay's passion for 
education and research led to his appointment to the University of 
Texas Systems Board of Regents by former Texas Governor, Dolph Briscoe 
in 1977. Following his initial appointment, he served as Chairman of 
the Board from 1985-1987. Mr. Hay believed that high quality basic 
research produces good applied research, which, in turn, would produce 
more jobs and more revenue to sustain American prosperity.
  Jess Hay is truly a phenomenal leader. A man fueled by dedication and 
committed to public service, Mr. Hay's leadership and his commitment to 
impacting the political landscape. He had a tremendous impact on Dallas 
politics. He paved the way for Dallas leaders, myself included, to 
effectively work for change in communities across the Dallas Metroplex.
  Jess Hay was not just committed to business and politics. He was a 
dedicated family man. He and his wife, Betty Jo, are the loving parents 
of two daughters, Debby and Patricia.
  Mr. Speaker, I stand today to honor Mr. Jess Hay and to thank him for 
his work in service to the people of Dallas and the great state of 
Texas.

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