[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 50 (Thursday, March 21, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H1299]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                WESTERN ENERGY ALLIANCE 50TH ANNIVERSARY

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from 
Arkansas (Mr. Westerman) for 5 minutes.
  Mr. WESTERMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise to celebrate a significant 
milestone: the 50th anniversary of Western Energy Alliance.
  Oil and natural gas are affordable and reliable sources of energy 
that drive progress, power industries, and fuel innovation. The 
Alliance is a leader among the oil and gas associations in 
understanding the complex Federal regulations surrounding production 
and development in the United States. They have been a strong voice for 
small- and mid-size companies in navigating Washington, D.C., and 
pulling together allies across the country.
  Its members use responsible and innovative practices. Importantly, 
they have a demonstrated commitment to the environment. As a result, 
millions of Americans are able to heat their homes and power their 
vehicles.
  The Alliance has been a catalyst for job creation, economic growth, 
and conservation across the country. Congratulations to Western Energy 
Alliance on 50 years of excellence. Here is to many more years of 
progress and partnership.


                       The Run Forester Run Team

  Mr. WESTERMAN. Madam Speaker, I often say I am blessed to have 
incredible staff who always exceed expectations in each of their 
respective roles, but today I rise to recognize some of the talents 
that go well beyond just the office.
  Members of my staff, including Isabel David, Miles Bolin, Cross 
Thompson, Colen Morrow, Will King, Lonnie Smith, and Ian Macari, also 
known as the Run Forester Run team, have shown exceptional dedication 
as they train for the upcoming D.C. Cherry Blossom 10 Mile Run, of 
which I am proud to be an honorary congressional co-chair.
  One of the three key pillars that my staff and I follow is to compete 
to win. I have no doubt that the Run Forester Run team has worked hard 
to prepare for the opportunity that they will have in the upcoming 
race.
  Godspeed in the race. I know they will make us proud.


         Recognizing the Arkansas Tech University Robotics Team

  Mr. WESTERMAN. Madam Speaker, Arkansas Tech University in 
Russellville, Arkansas, is not only the alma mater of two of our 
distinguished colleagues, Representatives   Steve Womack and Kevin 
Hern, but I rise today to recognize the Arkansas Tech University 
Robotics team's outstanding performance at their tournament last month 
that earned them the distinction as the number one collegiate robotics 
team in the United States.
  I am confident that with the exceptional talent they have already 
proven to possess, they will continue to represent ATU and Arkansas' 
Fourth Congressional District with distinction on the global stage at 
the upcoming world championship in Texas next month.
  As a fellow engineer, I admire the dedication and exemplary skills 
necessary for these students to attain such accolades for their 
university, and I know the brothership they are gaining through this 
journey has been all the more valuable.
  Again, I congratulate the ATU Robotics team for their incredible 
achievements thus far and wish each of the members continued success in 
all of their future endeavors. May you each continue to push the 
boundaries of innovation and uphold the legacy of excellence that 
defines Arkansas Tech University.

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