[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 126 (Wednesday, July 23, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E721-E722]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     RECOGNIZING CONGRESSIONAL PATRIOT AWARD RECIPIENT PAT TERRELL

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                            HON. PAT FALLON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 23, 2025

  Mr. FALLON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mr. Patrick 
``Pat'' Terrell of Burr Ridge, Illinois, and present him with the 
Congressional Patriot Award. Pat has dedicated himself to faithfully 
serving our community and country.
  After receiving over forty Division I scholarship offers, Pat 
ultimately decided to play football at the University of Notre Dame as 
a member of the Fighting Irish's 1988 National Championship team. He 
graduated in 1990 with a bachelor's degree in business administration 
and a minor in international marketing. During the 1990 NFL Draft, Pat 
was drafted in the second round by the Los Angeles Rams and part of the 
1990 All-Rookie Team. He also played with the New York Jets, Carolina 
Panthers, and Green Bay Packers from 1994 to 1998. After retiring from 
football in 1999, Pat flew corporate jets for United Airlines and Delta 
Air Lines before becoming a Captain at

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American Trans Air, now ATA Airlines. Moreover, he founded Terrell 
Materials, a very successful company that specializes in high-volume 
concrete manufacturing for runways and taxiways at major airports.
  Understanding the power of influence, Pat served as a role model and 
leader. He advocated for many of his teammates during pivotal moments 
in their lives and has been involved in many community advancement 
initiatives. Alongside his wife Beth, Pat founded Team Terrell to help 
promote and fundraise for the American Diabetes Association. He also 
served as a regional spokesman for United Way and was honored as an NFL 
Player representative for the United Negro College Fund. During his 
time as a pilot, Pat volunteered to transport hundreds of American and 
allied troops through the Middle East during Operation Iraqi Freedom. 
On top of that, Pat and Beth have poured countless hours into 
volunteering with local schools, educational programs, and park 
district programs.
  It is an honor to bestow Pat with the Patriot Award for his 
exceptional service to our Nation. I thank him for all he has done.

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