[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 153 (Thursday, September 22, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E972]
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                     HOMETOWN HERO--LAWRENCE THORNS

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                          HON. BETH VAN DUYNE

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 22, 2022

  Ms. VAN DUYNE. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Lawrence 
Thorns as our Texas-24 Hometown Hero of the week. Lawrence is a North 
Texan who has gone above and beyond to ensure the next generation of 
Texans are equipped with the necessary tools for greatness.
  Lawrence is a hard worker in his community, especially with his local 
church--Forest Hill Church of Christ. His work in his church community 
has directly impacted the lives of North Texas students.
  Since 2016, Lawrence has been supplying back to school supplies for 
local schools and shelters, ensuring the students have everything they 
need to pursue an education and achieve their dreams. This year alone, 
Lawrence supplied over 230 bags of school supplies to students.
  On behalf of our entire community, I'd like to thank Lawrence for his 
selfless dedication to the next generation. I look forward to seeing 
the impact his work will have on our students.

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