[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 163 (Tuesday, October 2, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1353]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING MISS AMERICA'S OUTSTANDING TEEN 2019--LONDON HIBBS OF TYLER, 
                                 TEXAS

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                           HON. LOUIE GOHMERT

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, October 2, 2018

  Mr. GOHMERT. Mr. Speaker, Texas is blessed to have had some 
absolutely extraordinary, inspirational people who have accomplished 
some manifestly phenomenal things. One of those extraordinary, 
inspirational individuals who has already inspired a nation is London 
Hibbs of Tyler, Texas who, as Miss Texas' Outstanding Teen, recently 
captured the prestigious title of Miss America's Outstanding Teen 2019 
in Orlando, Florida.
  London will have the remarkable opportunity to speak to audiences 
nationwide about her personal platform, ``Check Yes 4 Life,'' which 
encourages teen organ donation registration.
  The little sister program to Miss America, the Miss America's 
Outstanding Teen Organization is, one of the nation's leading 
achievement programs encouraging and nurturing scholastic achievement, 
creative accomplishment, healthy living, and community involvement of 
our nation's youth.
  London's academic and creative endeavors already reflect an unusual 
maturity, embodying the drive, dedication, and desire that marks 
exceptionally successful adults. She is an Honor Roll student, member 
of Mensa, gifted vocal soloist who has performed in Carnegie Hall, 
enthusiastic community volunteer, accomplished actress, and is highly 
respected as a leader among her peers.
  As a result of London's prestigious accomplishment, she has been 
awarded more than $30,000 in scholarships, after securing preliminary 
wins in both the Talent and the Evening Wear/Onstage Question portions 
of the competition. Every aspect of her life and her persona reflect 
well on all who have assisted her along the way.
  As she travels the country this year, all of us can look forward to 
the significant impact London will make on the thousands upon thousands 
of people she will meet as she inspires them to reach for their dreams.
  It will be a great pleasure to watch her pursue and achieve her 
aspirations beyond the opportunities afforded her during this year of 
service as well, just as it has been a great honor for me personally to 
know, respect, and admire the entire Hibbs family.
  It is truly a distinct privilege to honor this exceptional young 
lady, our reigning Miss America's Outstanding Teen 2019 London Hibbs, 
whose landmark accomplishments will endure as long as there is a United 
States of America.

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