[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 60 (Tuesday, April 9, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E310]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            CONGRESSIONAL PATRIOT AWARD FOR DR. JAMES HURLEY

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                            HON. PAT FALLON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, April 9, 2024

  Mr. FALLON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Dr. James Hurley 
of Stephenville, Texas, and present him with the Congressional Patriot 
Award. Since 2019, Dr. Hurley has served as the 16th President of 
Tarleton State University and dedicated himself to serving and 
uplifting North Texas students.
  As a first-generation college graduate, Dr. Hurley understood the 
financial challenges that students face when it comes to obtaining an 
education. As such, he partnered with many schools and colleges in 
Texas to provide qualified students with guaranteed scholarships to 
Tarleton. Under Dr. Hurley's leadership, Tarleton has transformed into 
one of the nation's fastest-growing universities that is renowned for 
excellent academic, enrollment, retention, and graduation rates. It has 
also been ranked as a high research institution and is among the top 4 
percent of universities in the United States to have received this 
designation.
  Moreover, Dr. Hurley launched the President's Excellence in Research 
Scholars program to provide direct funding for student research 
initiatives and promote creativity, innovation, and breakthroughs in 
research. He serves on several governing boards to address costs in 
higher education, expand economic development, and shape public policy 
to benefit students. In 2022, the North Texas Commission granted Dr. 
Hurley the prestigious Education Leadership Award for his work and 
impact on our community. I am proud of Dr. Hurley's continued efforts 
to make a difference in students' lives and lead them to success.
  It is an honor to bestow Dr. Hurley with the Patriot Award for his 
exceptional service to our Nation and the people of North Texas.

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