[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 109 (Friday, June 28, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E685-E686]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     RECOGNIZING CONGRESSIONAL PATRIOT AWARD RECIPIENT BRANDON BELL

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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 Judge Brandon Bell 
of Paris, Texas, and present him with the Congressional Patriot Award. 
Judge Bell has dedicated himself to faithfully serving our community.
  Judge Bell is a seventh generation Texan who was born in Paris, 
Texas. In 1999, he graduated from Texas A&M University at Commerce with 
a Bachelor of Professional Accountancy. Judge Bell later received his 
Juris Doctor from SMU Dedman School of Law in 2004. He initially 
clerked for Judge Sidney A. Fitzwater, the chief U.S. District Judge 
for the Northern District of Texas, before being admitted to the Texas 
State Bar in November 2004. Judge Bell is licensed as an attorney and 
Certified Public Accountant. He began his lengthy legal career at Boyd 
Veigel and specializes in family law, criminal defense, and tax law. In 
2019, Judge Bell was elected as Lamar County Judge. In addition to 
presiding over criminal and civil matters, he is passionate about 
granting foster parents the opportunity to become the legal guardians 
for disabled children.
  Separately, Judge Bell is involved in numerous charitable 
initiatives. He previously served on the board of the New Hope Center 
of Paris and coaches Dixie Youth Baseball in his free time. He is also 
a member of the Roan Oak Masonic Lodge and the Dallas Scottish Rite. 
Judge Bell is a devoted man of faith, and he attends South Side Baptist 
Church with his wife, Amanda, and his two children. I commend Judge 
Bell for his lifelong commitment to serving our community and 
empowering foster families. His efforts have helped many 
underprivileged children find a caring and loving home.
  It is an honor to bestow Judge Bell with the Patriot Award for his 
exceptional service to the people of North Texas.

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