[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 45 (Thursday, March 9, 2023)]
[House]
[Pages H1215-H1216]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            CONGRATULATING THE NAPAVINE TIGERS FOOTBALL TEAM

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from 
Washington (Ms. Perez) for 5 minutes.
  Ms. PEREZ. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Napavine 
High School football team for a fabulous season. They have brought home 
yet another State championship in football.
  The Tigers put up an impressive 41 points in one game. The defense 
stood tall, paving the way to secure the title.
  Victories like these really highlight the importance of team sports 
and competition. These experiences bring communities together and teach 
students the value of teamwork and hard work.
  Congratulations, Napavine Tigers. You have made your community and me 
very proud for an amazing season.


                  Recognizing Sandra Bedrosian Sermone

  Ms. PEREZ. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor Sandra 
Bedrosian Sermone, a resident of my district, for her work on ADNP 
syndrome, a rare neurodevelopmental disorder.
  In 2016, Sandra founded the ADNP Kids Research Foundation after her 
son was diagnosed with this disorder. Additionally, Sandra helped 
discover a

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new biomarker for the ADNP gene, helping her spearhead efforts to 
diagnose and cure ADNP.
  Through her efforts, the ADNP Kids Research Foundation has donated 
over $2 million to studying ADNP syndrome, making it the world's 
largest contributor to ADNP research.
  The foundation is based out of Brush Prairie, Washington, in my 
district, and I want to take this opportunity to thank Sandra and her 
entire team for their trailblazing work. I wish them the very best as 
they endeavor to find a cure for ADNP syndrome.


                   Celebrating Longview's Centennial

  Ms. PEREZ. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the centennial 
anniversary of Longview, Washington.
  Longview was created north of the Columbia River and west of the 
Cowlitz River in 1923 by the Long-Bell Lumber Company. It was, at the 
time, the first city of its size created entirely by private funds.
  Previously, the Long-Bell Lumber Company was located in Missouri, and 
I think they judiciously relocated to the Northwest, where timber grows 
on trees.
  Longview was dedicated in 1923 and then incorporated as a municipal 
government in February 1924. Today, Longview is a thriving community of 
over 37,000 people. It is a major port hub and continues to be a 
powerhouse in timber, cardboard, and paper industries.

  As part of its celebrations, Longview celebrated a Centennial Kickoff 
Celebration on January 20. I look forward to celebrating with them 
throughout the year, particularly during this summer's annual cardboard 
boat regatta.


               Celebrating the Mecha Mules Robotics Team

  Ms. PEREZ. Madam Speaker, I rise today to give a huge shout-out to 
the Wahkiakum High School Mecha Mules robotics team. Somebody needs to 
make a movie about these guys. They are phenomenal.
  Wahkiakum High School actually did not have hot running water in many 
of their bathrooms. It is a rural and, in many ways, a very 
underresourced school.
  These kids, ranging in age from eighth grade all the way to seniors, 
placed second at the International SeaPerch underwater robotics 
competition. They are doing phenomenal work. They placed 17th out of 
over a hundred competitors in Washington State's competition.
  I was so honored to visit with them last month. These kids really 
know their stuff. I am behind them 100 percent, so much so that I 
actually offered or agreed to jump in a pool if they are successful in 
their next competition. Hopefully, we will have more on that.
  Again, congratulations. We are all so proud of you. You have made 
your community very proud, and I am very excited to see what you all 
continue to do.


   Thanking U.S. Coast Guard and Columbia River Bar Pilots for Their 
                                Service

  Ms. PEREZ. Madam Speaker, I rise today to thank the U.S. Coast Guard 
and Columbia River Bar pilots in southwest Washington for their 
dedicated service every day on the Columbia River Bar.
  This is one of the most dangerous bodies of water in the world. It is 
where the mighty Columbia meets the Pacific Ocean. In winter, waves 
reach over 30 feet to 40 feet in height.
  Every day, these folks risk their lives to save lives and livelihoods 
and ensure that the Columbia River can be a connecting route for 
Washington State and the entire world for trade. I am so grateful for 
the work they do guiding cargo ships and providing aid to stranded 
vessels.

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