H.R. No. 125 is a resolution congratulating Rice University for being included in Forbes magazine's inaugural list of New Ivies in 2024. This list highlights 10 public and 10 private universities that attract high-achieving students and produce graduates who are highly sought after by employers. The selection process involved evaluating over 1,700 eligible colleges based on standardized test scores, admissions selectivity, and feedback from hiring managers, while excluding Ivy League schools with fewer than 4,000 students.

Founded in 1912 and located in Houston, Rice University has an enrollment of over 8,800 students and is known for its favorable student-to-faculty ratio and high rankings in quality of life and value. The university emphasizes academic rigor and community involvement through various programs and activities. The resolution expresses the Texas House of Representatives' admiration for Rice University's commitment to excellence in education and its significant contributions to various fields, extending best wishes for the university's continued success. An official copy of the resolution will be prepared as a formal acknowledgment of this achievement.