[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 172 (Monday, November 30, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1677]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       A TRIBUTE TO KRISTIN JOHNK

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                            HON. DAVID YOUNG

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, November 30, 2015

  Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and 
congratulate Kristin Johnk of Atlantic, Iowa, for receiving the 
American Future Farmers of America Degree Award. The American Future 
Farmers of America Degree is the highest honor a FFA member can 
achieve.
  From October 28th through October 31st the FFA held their annual 
National Convention in Louisville, Kentucky. It was then that Kristin 
was awarded the American FFA Degree for her abilities and outstanding 
achievements in agriculture business, production, processing and 
service programs. Kristin has a wide range of experience in agriculture 
related jobs. She has worked in floriculture, turf and landscaping 
management, as well as vegetable production. Her experience in these 
jobs have opened her eyes to future career opportunities and allowed 
her to develop some of the skills she will need to succeed in them.
  Eligibility requirements for this prestigious FFA award include: 
earning at least $10,000 and productively investing $7,500 through a 
supervised agriculture experience program or working in an existing 
agriculturally-focused position, completing 50 hours of community 
service, as well as demonstrating outstanding leadership abilities. 
Kristin met and exceeded each of these requirements through her 
dedication to the organization and the agriculture community.
  Mr. Speaker, I applaud and congratulate Kristin for earning this 
award. She is a shining example of how hard work, determination, and 
dedication can help you achieve your goals. I am honored to recognize 
her today. I ask that my colleagues in the United States House of 
Representatives join me in congratulating Kristin for her 
accomplishments and in wishing her nothing but continued success.

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