[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 19 (Wednesday, January 30, 2019)]
[House]
[Page H1288]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     JAMES ISLAND OCEAN ACTKIDVISTS

  (Mr. CUNNINGHAM asked and was given permission to address the House 
for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. CUNNINGHAM. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to share the story of a 
very remarkable group of children: the James Island Ocean ActKIDvists--
Betty, Louis, Makena, and Liam--all between the ages of 6 and 8, who 
have made it their mission to protect our oceans and our marine life.
  Recently, they successfully lobbied the Charleston and James Island 
City Councils to ban plastic bags, straws, and foam containers, 
collecting over 300 signatures in support of the ban. At town council 
meetings, these young activists had the courage to speak up for the 
marine life that could not speak for itself.
  It is our job to preserve the low country's vibrant natural resources 
for future generations to come. I am proud of the James Island Ocean 
ActKIDvists for helping lead the way. I thank Betty, Louis, Makena, and 
Liam.

                          ____________________