“I want to celebrate a high school band from my district. The students went to Washington, D.C. They could not march in the parade because it was too hot. But the students made the most of the trip. They played a pop-up performance and visited many famous places. The band teaches students many skills. I have seen this myself because my children were in band. Our community supports the band program. The students work hard and represent our state well.”
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Recent debates
8 latest topics
Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act of 2026
13 statements
Moment of Silence in Honor of the 25th Anniversary of September 11
2 statements
Honoring Former U.S. Representative Charles Hatcher of Georgia
2 statements
Recognizing Firefighters from California's Third Congressional District
17 statements
Saluting White Plains Beautification Foundation
2 statements
Celebrating Rural Lawyer Julie Bear
4 statements
Operation Midway Blitz Anniversary
2 statements
Catherine Watts Celebrates 100th Birthday
4 statements
House of Representatives
Congratulating Pella High School Marching Dutch
“I celebrate a sheriff from my district. The Senate confirmed him to be a U.S. Marshal. He has worked in law enforcement for a long time. He started programs for disposing of medicines and for active shooter training.”
“I want to cheer for a bill. It is called the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act. It is now law. I think it is a big deal. It will let builders build more homes. It will stop some big companies from buying up homes. More homes for sale will lower prices. That will let more people buy a home. More young people should be able to afford a home. Right now it is hard for them. I blame that on a shortage of homes. I want my voters to know I am fighting for them.”