H.R. No. 1327 is a resolution congratulating the inaugural graduating class of the Hunt School of Dental Medicine at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in El Paso, which graduated 40 students on May 19, 2025. Established in 2021, this dental school is the first new institution of its kind in Texas in over 50 years, aiming to alleviate the dentist shortage in far West Texas. Notably, approximately 18 percent of the graduates are from El Paso, and an estimated 43 percent are expected to practice in West Texas. The school's innovative educational model allows students to treat patients from their first semester, resulting in over 6,000 low-cost procedures provided to the community.
The resolution highlights the graduates' achievements, including a 100 percent pass rate on board exams, which surpasses the national average, and the attainment of community health certificates that contribute towards a master’s degree in public health. Additionally, ten graduates secured residency positions at prestigious institutions such as Yale and Rutgers. The resolution expresses recognition for the hard work and dedication of the Class of 2025 as they transition to the next phase of their careers, extending best wishes for their future endeavors.