[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 176 (Wednesday, December 7, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1631]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         HONORING DEBORAH HUNT

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                          HON. JOHN R. CARTER

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 7, 2016

  Mr. CARTER of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 
distinguished career of Deborah Hunt. With her retirement approaching, 
she will soon close out over twenty years of incredible service to her 
community and begin the next chapter of her life.
  Deborah has fulfilled her duties with dedication and innovation. Her 
commitment to public service started in 1994 when she served as Justice 
of the Peace in Williamson County. Through the years, she continued to 
serve her community through various public positions, including her 
appointment to the Board of Tax Professional Examiners by Former 
Governor George Bush and later appointed Chair of the Board by Former 
Governor Rick Perry.
  Deborah is well known throughout the state for paving the way to 
modernize her department. She led the implementation of on-line 
payments and simplification of tax collections. Her office has served 
as a test site for the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles to pilot 
upgrades and new systems. Deborah's leadership is this arena has made a 
real difference in the lives of Texans.
  Deborah's commitment to service and the highest standard of 
excellence has not gone unnoticed. Recognized by her colleagues for her 
devotion and hard work, she has achieved a long list of accolades, 
including Person of the Year as well as the Earl Luna Award, and the 
Marilyn Albert Achievement, the highest honor recognized by the Texas 
Association of Assessing Officers.
  Deborah Hunt's extraordinary commitment to service reflects the best 
values of Central Texas. There's no doubt that Williamson County is a 
better place because of her. I heartily salute her work and wish her 
the best of luck in all her new endeavors.

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