[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 188 (Thursday, November 29, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1575]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    PLEASANTON VETERANS POST OFFICE

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                           HON. HENRY CUELLAR

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 29, 2018

  Mr. CUELLAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to present H.R. 1210, which 
will re-name the post office facility located at 122 W. Goodwin Street, 
Pleasanton, Texas, as the ``Pleasanton Veterans Post Office.'' This 
bill will show our appreciation for the veterans of Pleasanton, Texas, 
and ensure their service and sacrifices to our country is not 
forgotten.
  Across my district, fine men and women of all walks of life have 
honorably served our country. It is critical that we honor their 
service and dedication to our nation. Pleasanton alone is home to over 
600 veterans. Dedicating this post office to our veterans will serve as 
an enduring reminder of the sacrifices that our friends, neighbors, and 
family made while serving their country. These individuals put country 
ahead of self, and I am proud to recognize them with the dedication of 
this post office facility.
  Today, I acknowledge the service of Judge Robert ``Bob'' L. Hurley of 
Pleasanton, TX. Judge Hurley served in the United States Air Force as a 
medic and eventually rose to the rank of Staff Sergeant. He was NCOIC 
of the U.S. Air Force Academy Cadet Medical Clinic--Medical Records and 
Appointments Department. After the completion of his service, he moved 
back to Pleasanton. He later became president of two companies and 
served his hometown as both a councilmember and mayor. He now serves as 
a Judge for Atascosa County, a position he's held since 2014.
  We owe our freedom to veterans like Judge Hurley, which is why I am 
recognizing him with the dedication of this post office. He is just one 
example of the many veterans who prioritize service to their country. 
The bravery and commitment of these men and women to our nation 
demonstrates what it really means to be an American.
  I would also like to take a moment to thank the veterans' 
organizations throughout my district for their tireless work in 
providing the care our veterans need. And in the words of President 
John F. Kennedy, ``A nation reveals itself not only by the men it 
produces but also by the men it honors, the men it remembers.''

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