[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 114 (Wednesday, July 10, 2024)]
[House]
[Pages H4535-H4536]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  HONORING THE LIFE OF TRIXIE AVERILL

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from 
Virginia (Mr. Cline) for 5 minutes.
  Mr. CLINE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with a heavy heart to honor the 
life and service of my constituent and friend, Trixie Averill, who 
passed away on May 25, 2024.

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  Trixie was a beloved wife to Dan; a devoted mother to Marcus and Amy; 
a cherished grandmother to Noah, Aurora, and Gabriel; and a dear friend 
to so many.
  Originally from New Orleans, Louisiana, Trixie moved to the Roanoke 
Valley in 1979. She served with enthusiasm as a member of the Virginia 
Tourism Board. As an activist and tireless organizer, she was always 
sincere, warm, dedicated, and an absolute delight to work with.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues join me in honoring the life of 
Trixie Averill. She diligently and effectively served her God, 
community, family, and Virginia's Sixth Congressional District.


          Congratulating Glenvar High School Girls Soccer Team

  Mr. CLINE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Glenvar High 
School girls' soccer team on winning the 2024, VHSL, Class 2 State 
championship, their second State title in the last 3 years.
  After working hard all season, the team left it all on the field and 
beat Clarke County High School after four periods of overtime. 
Finishing the season with an impressive record of 21-0-1, there is no 
doubt that these girls earned this season and their championship.
  I would like to recognize each of the outstanding players of this 
team, including Giuliana Stanley, who won the VHSL Class 2 Player of 
the Year, I recognize Chloe Childers, Sophie Childers, Lauren Claud, 
Madelaine Frackelton, Annie George, Campbell Hardin, Adalee Harvey, 
Logann Meadows, Megan Pomerleau, Brooke Smyth, Avery Steger, Davin 
Tate, Caitlin Underwood, Anna Vecellio, and Sawyer Wilson. As the head 
coach for 3 years, Coach Kyleigh Drew won the VHSL Coach of the Year.
  Mr. Speaker, again, I congratulate the 2024 Glenvar High School 
girls' soccer team. Virginia's Sixth Congressional District is 
incredibly proud of their accomplishment, and I wish them continued 
success in the seasons ahead.

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                     Congratulating Israel Hairston

  Mr. CLINE. Mr. Speaker, I am honored to recognize the outstanding 
achievements of Israel Hairston from Vinton.
  A standout graduate of William Byrd High School, Israel's leadership 
on the football field and in academics is truly commendable. He not 
only brought home the school's first regional football title but also 
earned the prestigious title of Class 3 Virginia High School League 
Foundation Achievement Award Scholar Athlete of the Year for his 
exemplary high school career.
  Israel's commitment to excellence and dedication is further 
exemplified by his upcoming enrollment in Virginia Tech to play 
football for the Hokies.
  I congratulate Israel on a job well done and wish him all the best in 
his future endeavors.


                     Protecting Election Integrity

  Mr. CLINE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to address a pressing issue that 
poses a direct threat to the integrity of American elections.
  While the left has made baseless claims of a stolen 2016 election due 
to alleged foreign interference, they neglect the real peril of foreign 
meddling through noncitizen voting in our elections.
  Under the Biden administration's leadership for the past 3 years, we 
have witnessed an alarming surge of over 9.6 million illegal immigrant 
encounters, with certain States even granting driver's licenses to 
illegal immigrants.
  To safeguard the integrity of American elections, we must pass the 
Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, or SAVE Act. This vital 
legislation requires States to verify proof of citizenship during voter 
registration for Federal elections.
  It is simply common sense that only U.S. citizens should vote in 
Federal elections. However, the left seems to care more about 
noncitizens' ability to vote over upholding the rights of American 
citizens. While they prioritize their agendas, we are committed to 
safeguarding election integrity.
  Let us uphold the bedrock principles of our democracy and protect the 
voices of the American people.


  Congratulating Glenvar High School Boys' Soccer Team State Champions

  Mr. CLINE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Glenvar High 
School boys' soccer team on their remarkable victory in the 2024 
Virginia High School League Class 2 State championship, their second 
State title in a row.
  They had a flawless 22-0 record this year and an outstanding 18 
shutouts, including a streak of 10 consecutive shutouts.
  These talented student athletes include Jake Williams, who was named 
VHSL Class 2 Player of the Year, Grayson Shepherd, Jackson Jones, Alan 
Vu, Kees Van Gerven, Gavin Miller, Tyler Curfiss, Zach Curfiss, Levi 
King, Seth Nichols, Heath Russell, Kian Fisher, Luke Farmer, Jax 
Boling, Avery McClanahan, Cooper Mullins, Bryce King, Dylan Ludlow, 
Griffin Geddes, Adam Saunders, Alex Rotkamp, Aidan Hylton, Zach Adams, 
Evan Harris, Ryder Francisco, Wesley Feliciano, Connor Magruder, and 
Tyler Shannon.
  Their continued success is a testament to a winning culture led by 
Head Coach Josh Jones, head coach for 4 years and VHSL Class 2 Coach of 
the Year.
  I congratulate the 2024 Glenvar Highlanders boys' soccer team on this 
incredible achievement. It is an honor to have such a program in 
Virginia's Sixth Congressional District. I wish them the best for many 
seasons to come.

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