[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 70 (Thursday, April 28, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E431]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




IN SPECIAL RECOGNITION OF PAYTON HILDEBRAND ON HIS OFFER OF APPOINTMENT 
             TO ATTEND THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE ACADEMY

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                          HON. ROBERT E. LATTA

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 28, 2022

  Mr. LATTA. Madam Speaker, it is my great pleasure to pay special 
tribute to an outstanding student from Ohio's Fifth Congressional 
District. I am pleased to announce that Payton Hildebrand of Findlay, 
Ohio, has been offered an appointment to the United States Air Force 
Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
  Payton's offer of appointment permits him to attend the United States 
Air Force Academy this fall with the incoming Class of 2026. Attending 
one of our nation's military academies not only offers the opportunity 
to serve our country, but also guarantees a world-class education while 
undertaking one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences of 
their lives.
  Payton brings a tremendous amount of leadership, service, and 
dedication to the incoming Class of 2026. While attending Findlay High 
School in Findlay, Ohio, Payton participated in Student Leadership 
Team, Junior Scholars, and was a member of Career and Tech National 
Honor Society. Throughout high school, Payton was involved with soccer 
as well as travel team soccer, earning his varsity letter through 
Findlay High School's team. I am confident that Payton will carry the 
lessons of his student and athletic leadership to the Air Force 
Academy.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating 
Payton Hildebrand on his offer of appointment to the United States Air 
Force Academy. Our service academies offer the finest military training 
and education available. I am positive that Payton will excel during 
his career at the Air Force Academy, and I ask my colleagues to join me 
in extending their best wishes to him as he begins his service to our 
Nation.

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