Sen. Cruz Statement Applauding Huston-Tillotson University on $150 Million Gift from Moody Foundation

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) issued the following statement after Huston-Tillotson University (HT) announced it had received a $150 million donation from the Moody Foundation. This marks the largest single donation ever made to a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) in the United States.

Sen. Cruz said, "Quality education is essential for the next generation of bright Americans. I am thrilled that Huston-Tillotson University is the recipient of the largest philanthropic gift ever to a single HBCU-a transformative $150 million donation from the Moody Foundation. I am proud to work closely with this historic Texas institution, and this investment will surely help prepare Texans for future success. Thank you to the Moody Foundation for recognizing the importance of supporting Texas students."