[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 169 (Tuesday, October 14, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E956]
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           HONORING SAMRUDDHA PREUITT'S ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT

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                           HON. MAXINE DEXTER

                               of oregon

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 14, 2025

  Ms. DEXTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize an extraordinary 
young leader from Oregon's 3rd Congressional District, Samruddha 
Preuitt, a graduate of David Douglas High School in Portland. Samruddha 
was recently named a 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholar--one of just 161 
students nationwide to earn this prestigious honor.
  Since 1964, the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program has celebrated the 
academic excellence, leadership, and dedication of our Nation's most 
distinguished high school seniors. This honor is reserved for students 
who not only achieve top scores on college entrance exams but also 
demonstrate outstanding scholarship, character, and service.
  Samruddha embodies all of these qualities. He now studies data 
science and engineering at the University of Connecticut, drawn by its 
strong commitment to undergraduate research. As someone who engaged in 
undergraduate research myself, I know how transformative those 
experiences can be--and how they help prepare the next generation of 
leaders in science, technology, and public service.
  This achievement reflects not only Samruddha's individual brilliance 
and perseverance, but also the strength of our public schools, our 
educators, and a community that values opportunity and hard work.
  I congratulate him on this remarkable achievement, and I wish him 
continued success as he pursues his academic and professional journey.

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