CONGRATULATING DR. ROOSEVELT NIVENS

On 2026-02-25, Representative Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) delivered a floor speech titled "CONGRATULATING DR. ROOSEVELT NIVENS" in the House.

CONGRATULATING DR. ROOSEVELT NIVENS

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 37 (Wednesday, February 25, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 37 (Wednesday, February 25, 2026)] [House] [Page H2300] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] CONGRATULATING DR. ROOSEVELT NIVENS (Mr. NEHLS asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute.) Mr. NEHLS. Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to congratulate and honor Dr. Roosevelt Nivens, Superintendent of Schools for Lamar Consolidated Independent School District for recently being named the 2025 National Superintendent of the Year by The School Superintendents Association. Dr. Nivens leads the way with innovation, high standards, accountability, and joy for leading. Lamar Consolidated Independent School District is one of the fastest- growing school districts in Texas, serving nearly 49,000 students across nearly 60 campuses. Before being named the 2025 National Superintendent of the Year, Dr. Nivens was named the Texas Superintendent of the Year by the Texas Association of School Boards. Under Dr. Nivens' leadership, Lamar Consolidated performs above the State average in academics, with all 57 campuses meeting accountability standards. Mr. Speaker, I thank Dr. Nivens for investing in the education and future of our children and for his commitment to our community. He continues to make the 22nd Congressional District of Texas proud. ____________________