[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 205 (Wednesday, December 13, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1221-E1222]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    HONORING MR. STEPHEN VIRAY OF FLORIDA, NEW YORK FOR HIS SUCCESS

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                           HON. PATRICK RYAN

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 13, 2023

  Mr. RYAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Stephen Viray for 
winning this year's Congressional App Challenge.
  The Congressional App Challenge encourages creativity for high school 
students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) related 
education fields. This nationwide contest allows these students to 
compete against their peers by creating and exhibiting their software 
applications.
  While in school, Mr. Viray created an app called District Insights, 
dedicated to being a resource for anyone who wants to know more about 
their own congressional district.
  The opportunity to explore, understand, and engage in local 
government allows users to get involved and stay up to date on 
legislation that directly impacts their community.
  District Insights simplifies the process of identifying your 
congressional district. Its intuitive map and user interface makes it 
effortless for users to pinpoint their district, ensuring they stay 
informed about their representatives, and issues that directly impact 
their lives. District Insights provides a wealth of statistical 
information, giving users a comprehensive understanding of the factors 
that shape their community.
  This years Congressional App Challenge was exceptionally competitive 
this year. Within

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the district, Stephen's app was challenged by eight other impressive 
software applications. I am always glad to see these yearly submissions 
from bright, young students who have been able to combine their 
interests with their impressive coding skills
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues in the House of Representatives to 
join me in recognizing the accomplishments of Stephen Viray. It is my 
privilege to rise in recognition of his extraordinary work.

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