[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 159 (Tuesday, September 15, 2020)]
[House]
[Page H4417]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          CONGRATULATING DOTSON LEWIS OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS

  (Mr. CLOUD asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. CLOUD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Mr. Dotson Lewis 
of Corpus Christi, Texas, on being given the Sam Brown Award by the 
Texas Association of Sports Officials. This is the most prestigious 
award from the TASO Football Division, and Mr. Lewis is only the third 
recipient.
  The award honors him for his many years of service, and I can think 
of no one more deserving than Mr. Lewis.
  Before retiring 2 years ago, Dotson Lewis served our community as a 
referee in both football and basketball for 71 years. In 1977, he was 
the first executive director of the newly created Southwest Officials 
Association, now known as the TASO. He has also facilitated numerous 
exchanges between officials in Texas and in Japan, earning him the 
title Ambassador of American Football Officiating to Japan.
  Even after retirement, he continues to devote himself to service by 
teaching a class on sports officiating, but his heart of service 
extends beyond the athletic arena.
  For 21 years, he served with our U.S. Army. Following his service, he 
dedicated himself to serving our veterans. He started and facilitates a 
weekly coffee group for veterans to connect with each other and share 
their experiences and also to connect them with vital resources in the 
area.
  His guidance and leadership have benefited many in Texas, the United 
States, and others around the world. It is my privilege to recognize 
him and his outstanding achievements today.

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