“A teacher named Carolyn Brown worked at Notre Dame Academy. She taught English and journalism. She also supported her students at games and performances. I am saying thank you to her for her work.”
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Recent debates
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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
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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
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House of Representatives
Recognizing Carolyn Brown
“Wendy Lemkuil is a prosecutor in Wisconsin. She worked on drug and homicide cases. Now she is retiring. Many people respect her. I want to say thank you and congratulations to her.”
“I want to say congratulations and thank you to John Matz. He was a sheriff for 16 years. He worked in the sheriff's department for 36 years. He was in the National Guard for 30 years. He went to Iraq in a war. Now he is retiring.”
“I want to say congratulations and thank you to Matt Joski. He was a sheriff for many years. He was in the Marines. He wrote about mental health and safety. He helped first responders and military people. He built trust with the community. Now he is retiring.”