Biography
Morgan Luttrell, born on November 7, 1975, in Houston, Texas, is a Republican politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Texas's 8th Congressional District since January 3, 2023. Raised on a horse ranch, he learned the values of hard work and discipline early in life. After graduating from Willis High School, Luttrell earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Sam Houston State University in 2000. He then enlisted in the U.S. Navy, where he served as a Navy SEAL for 14 years, achieving the rank of Lieutenant. During his military service, he survived a severe helicopter crash in 2009 that resulted in a broken back and traumatic brain injury. Following his recovery, he continued to serve until his retirement in 2014. Post-military, Luttrell pursued further education, obtaining a Master of Science in Applied Cognition and Neuroscience from the University of Texas at Dallas in 2016. He also earned an Executive Certificate in Professional Leadership Development from Harvard Business School between 2017 and 2018. Luttrell is married to Leslie, and they have two children, Gunner and Lincoln.
Education
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Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Sam Houston State University, 2000
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Master of Science in Applied Cognition and Neuroscience, University of Texas at Dallas, 2016
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Executive Certificate in Professional Leadership Development, Harvard Business School, 2017-2018
Political Experience
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U.S. Representative, Texas's 8th Congressional District, 2023–present
- Serving on the House Armed Services Committee, Committee on Homeland Security, and Committee on Veterans' Affairs
- Chairman of the Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs Subcommittee on the House Veterans' Affairs Committee
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Senior Advisor, U.S. Department of Energy, 2017–2019
- Led the creation of the Artificial Intelligence and Technologies Office
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Chief Executive Officer, Trexxler Energy Solutions, 2019–present
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Adjunct Professor, Sam Houston State University
- Teaches law enforcement leadership
Luttrell has been actively involved in initiatives supporting veterans, including the development of health and wellness platforms to aid in the recovery from PTSD and traumatic brain injuries. In Congress, he has focused on national security, veterans' affairs, and the advancement of artificial intelligence technologies.
