[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 147 (Wednesday, October 16, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1529]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                      TRIBUTE TO PEYTON ROBERTSON

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                           HON. LOIS FRANKEL

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 16, 2013

  Ms. FRANKEL of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate 
Peyton Robertson, who is America's 2013 Top Young Scientist in the 
``Discovery Education 3M Young Scientist Challenge.''
  Peyton, a 5th grade student, created an innovative sandbag designed 
that is reusable and easy to transport. After seeing the destruction 
caused by Hurricane Sandy and from experiencing hurricanes in South 
Florida, Peyton wanted to help protect folks in Florida.
  This is not the first time that Peyton has worked to improve the 
lives of those around him with inventions. When he discovered that the 
golf balls he loved to hit didn't go as far when they were cold, he 
created a golf ball warmer. Peyton also invented retractable training 
wheels to help his sister learn how to ride a bike. When he grows up, 
Peyton would like to be an inventor, scientist, or engineer.
  Peyton, congratulations again on being named America's Top Young 
Scientist for 2013. Your innovative spirit and desire to improve the 
world is an inspiration to us all!

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