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RECOGNIZING CONGRESSIONAL PATRIOT AWARD RECIPIENT KAY AKIN

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On 2025-04-28, Representative Pat Fallon (R-TX-4) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING CONGRESSIONAL PATRIOT AWARD RECIPIENT KAY AKIN" in the House.

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RECOGNIZING CONGRESSIONAL PATRIOT AWARD RECIPIENT KAY AKIN

Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 70 (Monday, April 28, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 70 (Monday, April 28, 2025)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E342-E343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING CONGRESSIONAL PATRIOT AWARD RECIPIENT KAY AKIN ______ HON. PAT FALLON of texas in the house of representatives Monday, April 28, 2025 Mr. FALLON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mrs. Kay Akin of Decatur, Texas, and present her with the Congressional Patriot Award. Kay has dedicated herself to faithfully serving our community. Kay is originally from Brownwood, Texas, and she earned her bachelor's degree in education from East Texas A&M University. She began her extensive teaching career in 1987 as an elementary school teacher for fourth, fifth, and sixth grade students. Since 1972, she has also been married to her high school sweetheart, Sheriff Lane Akin, and they raised several children and have many more grandchildren. After retiring early from teaching, Kay has continued to remain involved in our community through numerous initiatives. She is a longtime volunteer with the Helping Hands program to provide clothing for those in need in the Wise County community, as well as helping to keep our roads clean from litter. Moreover, Kay is a member of the Decatur Church of Christ and has taught Sunday School for many years. As a result of her efforts to advance student learning and achievement, she [[Page E343]] has been recognized as Bible School Teacher of the Year and Rookie of the Year at Lindale Elementary School. A devoted follower of Jesus, Kay is most proud of supporting Sheriff Lane's career as a public servant and being a role model for her children and grandchildren. I am pleased to commend Kay for her distinguished career as an educator for our youth, and I wish her continued success. It is an honor to bestow Kay with the Patriot Award for her exceptional service to the people of North Texas. ____________________

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RECOGNIZING CONGRESSIONAL PATRIOT AWARD RECIPIENT KAY AKIN Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 70 (Monday, April 28, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 70 (Monday, April 28, 2025)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E342-E343] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING CONGRESSIONAL PATRIOT AWARD RECIPIENT KAY AKIN ______ HON. PAT FALLON of texas in the house of representatives Monday, April 28, 2025 Mr. FALLON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mrs. Kay Akin of Decatur, Texas, and present her with the Congressional Patriot Award. Kay has dedicated herself to faithfully serving our community. Kay is originally from Brownwood, Texas, and she earned her bachelor's degree in education from East Texas A&M University. She began her extensive teaching career in 1987 as an elementary school teacher for fourth, fifth, and sixth grade students. Since 1972, she has also been married to her high school sweetheart, Sheriff Lane Akin, and they raised several children and have many more grandchildren. After retiring early from teaching, Kay has continued to remain involved in our community through numerous initiatives. She is a longtime volunteer with the Helping Hands program to provide clothing for those in need in the Wise County community, as well as helping to keep our roads clean from litter. Moreover, Kay is a member of the Decatur Church of Christ and has taught Sunday School for many years. As a result of her efforts to advance student learning and achievement, she [[Page E343]] has been recognized as Bible School Teacher of the Year and Rookie of the Year at Lindale Elementary School. A devoted follower of Jesus, Kay is most proud of supporting Sheriff Lane's career as a public servant and being a role model for her children and grandchildren. I am pleased to commend Kay for her distinguished career as an educator for our youth, and I wish her continued success. It is an honor to bestow Kay with the Patriot Award for her exceptional service to the people of North Texas. ____________________