“I want to honor Vance Taylor as he retires. He led the North Dakota Mill for 26 years and made it the largest flour mill in the country, which helped our farmers and our state.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a distinguished North Dakotan, Vance Taylor. After 26 years as president and CEO of the North Dakota Mill, Vance is retiring following a remarkable career of service. Under his leadership, the mill became the largest single-site flour mill in the Nation. That success was built through strategic investments, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to North Dakota farmers. Just as importantly, Vance built a culture rooted in teamwork and respect. His leadership strengthened one of the State’s most important institutions and helped support communities across North Dakota. North Dakota agriculture is stronger because of Vance Taylor’s service. We congratulate him on an extraordinary career and wish him all the best in retirement.”

“I want to congratulate Dr. Marshall Stewart on becoming the new president of North Dakota State University.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Dr. Marshall Stewart on his appointment as the 16th president of North Dakota State University. Leading one of North Dakota’s premier public universities is both an extraordinary honor and an important responsibility. It means preparing the next generation of leaders, advancing groundbreaking research, supporting our State’s world-class agricultural innovation, and strengthening the NDSU community for years to come. Throughout his career, Dr. Stewart has demonstrated a commitment to expanding opportunity and partnerships. Students are at the center of his work. His vision of serving North Dakotans in every corner of our State reflects the values that have long defined North Dakota State University. North Dakota is proud to welcome Dr. Stewart to the Bison family, and I look forward to working with him as NDSU continues to educate future leaders, drive innovation, and strengthen communities across our great State.”

“I am honoring the Bowman County Veterans Wall in Bowman, North Dakota. The memorial honors local veterans, and volunteers keep adding new names to it. I thank the veterans, their families, and the people who built the wall.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Bowman County Veterans Wall in Bowman, North Dakota. This remarkable memorial stands as a lasting tribute to the brave men and women who answered our Nation’s call to serve. Each name etched into the wall represents a story of courage, sacrifice, and unwavering devotion to our country. Together, they remind us that the freedoms we enjoy each day were secured by those willing to defend them. What makes this memorial especially meaningful is that it continues to grow. Through the dedication of volunteers, families, and community leaders, more veterans are being recognized, ensuring their service will never be forgotten. That commitment to honoring those who served reflects the very best of North Dakota. The Bowman County Veterans Wall is more than a monument. It is a promise that the sacrifices of our veterans will be remembered, their legacy preserved, and their example passed on to future generations. I thank everyone who helped make this tribute possible. I also thank our veterans and their families, for their service, their sacrifice, and their love of our country. May God bless them all.”

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“I am congratulating Cathy Dub on becoming president and CEO of the North Dakota Mill. She has served there since 2014 and helps support our farmers and our state's economy.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Cathy Dub on her appointment as president and CEO of the North Dakota Mill. This well-earned achievement reflects years of dedicated leadership and service to one of North Dakota’s most important institutions. Since joining the mill in 2014, Cathy has helped strengthen an organization that plays a vital role in supporting our farmers, growing our economy, and creating value for communities across our State. The North Dakota Mill is a source of pride for generations of North Dakotans. As the only State-owned flour mill in the Nation, it has long demonstrated that ingenuity, work ethic, and agricultural excellence define our State. Cathy’s experience, steady leadership, and deep commitment to the mill’s mission have prepared her well for this role. I congratulate Cathy on this well-deserved appointment, and best wishes for continued success in the years ahead.”

“I want to congratulate Casia Steinhaus, a college student from North Dakota. She won a major national scholarship for her work in science.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize an outstanding young North Dakotan, Casia Steinhaus. Casia recently earned the prestigious Goldwater Scholarship, one of the Nation’s highest honors for undergraduate students pursuing careers in science, math, or engineering. This highly competitive scholarship recognizes exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and promise in scientific research. It is a testament to Casia’s academic excellence and hard work at the University of North Dakota. Her accomplishment reflects not only her own dedication but also the bright future of North Dakota’s next generation of innovators, researchers, and problem-solvers. I have no doubt this is only the beginning for Casia, and I wish her continued success as she pursues her studies and serves our country through her talents.”