[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 109 (Friday, June 28, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E684]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      RECOGNIZING CONGRESSIONAL PATRIOT AWARD RECIPIENT JIM NEWMAN

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                            HON. PAT FALLON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, June 28, 2024

  Mr. FALLON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mr. Jim Randell 
Newman of Frisco, Texas, and present him with the Congressional Patriot 
Award. Jim has dedicated himself to faithfully serving our community.
  A fifth-generation resident of Frisco, Jim attended Frisco High 
School and graduated in 1975. Two years later, he graduated magna cum 
laude from Texas A&M University with a degree in agricultural 
economics. In 1978, Jim married the love of his life, Dru, and they 
raised two children. That same year, he established Newman Real Estate 
to manage property developments around Frisco and became a certified 
Property Tax Consultant shortly after. For nearly five decades, Jim has 
worked diligently to support the youth in our community and empower 
them to be successful. He firmly believes that our Nation's children is 
our greatest asset, and he has made good on his promise to ensure they 
receive positive guidance in life. Jim has mentored high school 
students while working with school bands, sports clubs, and school bond 
programs
  Furthermore, Jim is passionate about community service and the 
conservation of nature. He was a member of the North American Mission 
Board, the Texas Mission Foundation, and Christian Hands in Action to 
help provide disaster relief and humanitarian aid for families in need. 
Jim also served as a dedicated RA director at Frisco First Baptist 
Church for many years. For his outstanding work in community and 
business development, Jim was presented with the Micro Business Award, 
the Small Business Award, and the Developer of the Year Award by the 
Frisco Chamber of Commerce. In his free time, he is a devoted 
outdoorsman and enjoys hunting and fishing. I am proud of Jim's 
contributions to our community, and I am sure he will continue to make 
a positive impact on the world around us.
  It is an honor to bestow Jim with the Patriot Award for his 
exceptional service to the people of North Texas.

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