[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 92 (Friday, May 15, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E449-E450]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   CONGRATULATING EMMALINE LANDES ON SELECTION AS AN ARKANSAS STATE 
           HONOREE FOR PRUDENTIAL SPIRIT OF COMMUNITY AWARDS

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                          HON. BRUCE WESTERMAN

                              of arkansas

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, May 15, 2020

  Mr. WESTERMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Emmaline 
Landes on her selection as Arkansas' state honoree with the Prudential 
Spirit of Community Awards. As one of only 102 students chosen 
nationwide, Emmaline was recognized for her outstanding service to her 
peers. Sponsored by Prudential Financial and partnered with the 
National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP), this award 
honors the top youth volunteers of the year.
  A senior at El Dorado High School, Emmaline has raised over $16,000 
since 2013 for various nonprofits and causes by selling more than 300 
pieces of original artwork. Some of these causes include child abuse, 
homelessness, animal adoption, hunger,

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healthcare, and arts education. In addition to these causes, Emmaline 
has produced several original art shows with the aim of raising funds 
for those in her community. Some of her shows' revenue has been used to 
purchase medical supplies for those with ALS or AIDS, and some has been 
used to purchase baby clothing and supplies for those facing teenage 
pregnancy.
  Given a $1,000 scholarship and $2,500 to donate to the COVID-19 
efforts of a nonprofit of her choosing, Emmaline stands out as one of 
the most selfless examples of servant-leadership. I take this time to 
thank her for her service to the state we both call home.

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