[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 204 (Tuesday, December 12, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H6821]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   RECOGNIZING JAGO ON HIS RETIREMENT AFTER 9 YEARS OF SERVICE WITH 
                 UNIVERSITY OF IOWA'S POLICE DEPARTMENT

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from 
Iowa (Mrs. Miller-Meeks) for 5 minutes.
  Mrs. MILLER-MEEKS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize the career 
and retirement of a special member of the University of Iowa's Police 
Department.
  Jago, the university's longest serving canine, recently retired after 
9 years of service.
  During his decade on the force, Jago provided security for 2 U.S. 
sitting Presidents, 4 Governors, 17 Secret Servicemembers, and 
countless guests at Kinnick Stadium.
  Jago also provided security for Major League Baseball games at the 
Field of Dreams in Dyersville, Iowa, and has assisted in collecting and 
locating key evidence in numerous investigations.
  After nearly a decade on the force, Jago deserves all the treats that 
retirement has to offer him.
  I thank Jago for his service, and happy retirement.


        Recognizing the University of Iowa's Women's Soccer Team

  Mrs. MILLER-MEEKS. Mr. Speaker, last month, the University of Iowa's 
Women's Soccer team earned an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament 
after securing a win in the Big Ten Championship.
  For the first time in Big Ten Championship history, an eight-seed 
team won it all. In a nail-biter of a game, the Hawkeyes defeated the 
Wisconsin Badgers 1-0.
  The sole point scored during the game came from a penalty kick from 
midfielder Josie Durr in the first half.
  Needless to say, the University of Iowa's Women's Soccer team made us 
all very proud this season, and I cannot wait to see what they 
accomplish next year.
  Keep it up, Hawkeyes.


              Congratulations to Riley Kramer of Troop 89

  Mrs. MILLER-MEEKS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Riley 
Kramer of Troop 89 from Bettendorf, Iowa, for achieving the rank of 
Eagle Scout.
  The Eagle Scout is the highest and most prestigious achievement a 
Scout can obtain.
  To earn this rank, Scouts must fulfill leadership roles, exemplify 
the Scout oath and law, display exemplary outdoor skills, speak better 
than their Congresswoman, earn at least 21 badges, and complete a 
comprehensive service project for their community.
  For Riley's Eagle Scout project, he worked with the mayor of 
Riverdale on a half-mile trail for the city. This trail supports our 
community and gives people space to exercise and get out and enjoy 
nature in Scott County.
  I congratulate Riley on this honor, and I congratulate Riley's family 
and everyone who supported him on his journey to become an Eagle Scout.


  Holiday Shout-out to Simpson Stormin' Red Ale and West Hill Brewing

  Mrs. MILLER-MEEKS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise for a cheers-worthy 
holiday shout-out.
  This month, Simpson Stormin' Red Ale has its official launch party at 
West Hill Brewing in Indianola, Iowa.
  The idea for this beer was brewed up between West Hill owners and 
Simpson College.
  Aspiring graphic designers and artists were given the opportunity to 
design this year's logo.
  This year, Madison McDonald, a graphic design major from Winterset, 
Iowa, created the winning design.
  Moving forward, there will be an annual redesign contest, and West 
Hill also plans to donate a portion of all profits from Simpson 
Stormin' Red Ale to support student scholarships at Simpson College.
  Nothing quite brings people together like the holidays.
  I congratulate West Hill Brewing and Simpson College on another 
successful collaboration.
  Mr. Speaker, I wish everyone a very merry Christmas.

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