[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 21 (Thursday, February 4, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E109]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        RECOGNIZING CAREN COWAN

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                          HON. YVETTE HERRELL

                             of new mexico

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, February 4, 2021

  Ms. HERRELL. Madam Speaker, today I rise to recognize a New Mexican 
who has been a tireless advocate for our farmers, ranchers, and the 
families who work every day to provide for America. Caren Cowan is not 
only a friend of mine, but of the hardworking New Mexicans who she 
stands up for every day. As the 2020 Cattleman of the Year and for a 
lifetime of service, Ms. Cowan deserves our appreciation.
  After graduating from Arizona University in 1975 with a degree in 
Agriculture Communications, Caren worked for the Arizona National 
Livestock Show, the American Red Brangus Association in Texas, and the 
New Mexico Wool Growers. She has served as the Executive Director for 
the New Mexico Cattle Growers since 1997 where she fights to protect 
the rights of livestock producers and ensure their voices are always 
heard on every issue. She has taken on battles in the courtroom, 
tackled the often burdensome statutory and regulatory requirements head 
on, and successfully navigated the bureaucracies' often confusing rules 
and regulations, something not easily done. For 23 years Caren has been 
at the forefront of these issues and has worked tirelessly on behalf of 
the organization's members.
  As a leader on the issues facing the farmers and ranchers of New 
Mexico, Ms. Cowan is training the next generation of advocates to 
ensure the New Mexico's agricultural families always have a voice. We 
are forever grateful for her work and dedication to the state we love.

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