[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 110 (Tuesday, June 27, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E910]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     RECOGNIZING ERIKA FURBECK FOR HER STATE TITLE IN THE LONG JUMP

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                           HON. CHERI BUSTOS

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 27, 2017

  Mrs. BUSTOS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Erika Furbeck, 
a junior at Geneseo High School, for earning the Class 2A title for the 
Illinois State Championships in the long jump.
  Erika Furbeck jumped a distance of 19 feet, 5 inches in the long 
jump, and I would like to recognize her for this tremendous 
accomplishment. Her dedication and passion for her sport meant that 
they were determined to win gold, even after winning silver in last 
year's state championship for the long jump. As a former athlete, I 
understand the amount of hard work and commitment to be awarded such a 
title. Erika is an example of the importance of perseverance and a 
strong work ethic. I am proud there is such young talent in our 
community, and to see them represent Geneseo throughout the state.
  Mr. Speaker, I would like to again formally congratulate Erika 
Furbeck for her title, and I join the rest of the community in wishing 
her every success in the future.

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