[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 213 (Wednesday, December 16, 2020)]
[House]
[Pages H7226-H7227]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               NEW HOLLAND AGRICULTURE 125TH ANNIVERSARY

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under the Speaker's announced policy of 
January 3, 2019, the Chair recognizes the gentleman from Pennsylvania 
(Mr. Smucker) for 30 minutes.
  Mr. SMUCKER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor a local business in 
my congressional district and congratulate them as they celebrate their 
125th anniversary this year.
  To my constituents in the 11th District, when they hear the words 
``New Holland,'' they often think of a great borough with about 6,000 
residents located in Eastern Lancaster County. But when others across 
the globe hear the words ``New Holland,'' it often means to them high 
quality, agricultural machinery.
  New Holland Agriculture, which is a brand of CNH Industrial, was 
founded 125 years ago in New Holland, Pennsylvania, by a gentleman 
named Abe Zimmerman. What Mr. Zimmerman began as a small machine shop 
in 1895 would eventually grow to become a global leader in agricultural 
equipment, from tractors to harvesting.
  The company became known for technological innovations, particularly

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the development of the first automatic hay baler nearly 80 years ago. 
The company's hay tools plant still operates in New Holland, 
Pennsylvania, where they produce approximately 30 models of balers, 
which are exported to 45 countries around the world. New Holland 
Agriculture has 800 dealerships in North America and nearly 5,000 more 
across the globe.
  Madam Speaker, I am particularly thankful for and proud of the hard 
work by the company's nearly 1,000 full-time employees in New Holland, 
Pennsylvania. Many of them I know personally and are some of my closest 
friends.
  I particularly want to mention my father-in-law, Jim Greiner, who 
spent his entire career at New Holland. He retired after 45 years as a 
project engineer and had a great career there.
  I am thankful for how New Holland has given back to the community, 
particularly working to support STEM education in my congressional 
district. The organization recently hosted an externship program for 
local educators to provide a hands-on learning experience for teachers 
to see how New Holland's employees use STEM every day at the workplace.
  Madam Speaker, I offer my congratulations to New Holland North 
America on their 125th anniversary. I am certain that Mr. Abe 
Zimmerman, who founded the company so long ago, could not have 
envisioned how the business would grow to support agriculture across 
the globe but would be very, very proud of what his company has 
accomplished. I wish them continued success as they navigate the next 
125 years in business and thank them for having a positive impact on 
the community that I represent.


            In Honor of Frontline Workers and Servicemembers

  Mr. SMUCKER. Madam Speaker, I also rise today to honor the brave men 
and women in my district and across America who have been working hard 
to combat COVID-19.
  Since the beginning of the pandemic, doctors, nurses, and medical 
professionals in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and community 
health centers have committed long hours away from their families to 
put the needs of others before their own. They have worked without 
pause to keep our community healthy and to care for those in need.
  Throughout this pandemic, farmers, producers, truck drivers, and 
manufacturers have also worked without pause to provide for us all. The 
farmers and agriculture producers in my district adjusted to changes in 
supply chain operations to keep our Nation fed. Truck drivers and 
logistics professionals ensured deliveries of essential goods and 
personal protective equipment were delivered, and delivered on time.
  Educators have also faced significant challenges this year, but they 
have continued to provide students with the best education possible in 
these circumstances. Adapting to the challenges of remote instruction, 
educators in school districts had to adjust quickly to make sure 
students are still receiving that quality education. America's teachers 
always rise to the occasion, and they have done so once again.
  Madam Speaker, we also honor the brave servicemembers in the United 
States Armed Forces who are away from their families for this upcoming 
holiday season, and we pray for their continued safety. We must also 
hold their families in our hearts as they, too, serve our Nation with 
bravery while their loved ones are abroad.
  Madam Speaker, lastly, I thank everyone here in the Capitol working 
hard to put safety measures in place so we can be here in Washington to 
serve and work for the American people. I know that brighter days lie 
ahead for our neighbors and nations. Therapeutics and vaccines are 
going to help us turn the corner on this virus.
  Please keep your loved ones and neighbors in mind. Wear a mask, wash 
your hands, and practice social distancing this holiday season.
  Madam Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time.

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