[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 41 (Thursday, March 7, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H1013]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               RECOGNIZING HEARTLAND HORSESHOEING SCHOOL

  (Mr. ALFORD asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. ALFORD. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize the Heartland 
Horseshoeing School in Lamar, Missouri, as our district's Small 
Business of the Month.
  Chris and Kelly Gregory opened the school back in 1995 and have since 
been leaders in teaching the craft of horseshoeing and blacksmithing.
  This school is more than just a business. It is a place where 
students from all over the world can learn a skill that has been very 
important for centuries.
  The Gregorys' work is a reminder of how vital small business is to 
America. They are not just teaching a trade; they are keeping our 
heritage strong and helping our economy grow.
  Their reach goes far beyond our district, Mr. Speaker. Their YouTube 
channel shares their knowledge with more than 220,000 subscribers.
  Folks like the Gregorys show us what we can do when we achieve with 
hard work and passion the dreams that make us great in America.
  Congratulations to Chris and Kelly Gregory. Their work is shaping the 
future of horseshoeing and showing the power of small businesses in 
America.

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