[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 188 (Wednesday, December 18, 2024)]
[House]
[Pages H7333-H7334]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           CONGRATULATING IOWA STATE SENATOR CHRIS COURNOYER

  (Mrs. MILLER-MEEKS asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Mrs. MILLER-MEEKS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to offer my heartfelt 
congratulations to my good friend, Senator Chris Cournoyer, on her 
appointment as Iowa's new Lieutenant Governor.
  This is a historic moment, as Iowa now has two women in the top two 
executive positions for the first time. It

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is a testament to the strength, leadership, and dedication of women 
across our State.
  Governor Reynolds has made an excellent choice in appointing Chris to 
this important role. I had the pleasure of serving alongside Chris in 
the Iowa Senate and have seen firsthand the kind of leader she is.
  Chris has been a tireless advocate for education, technology, 
innovation, conservative budgeting, tax cuts, and accountability in 
government during her time in the Iowa Senate. Her ability to roll up 
her sleeves and find practical solutions makes her uniquely qualified 
to serve our State in this capacity.
  From her leadership on the school board of the Pleasant Valley School 
District, to her work in the technology sector, Chris has proven 
herself time and time again. I am proud to call her a friend and 
excited to see the continued success she will bring to Iowa in this new 
role.
  Mr. Speaker, I congratulate Senator Cournoyer. Iowa is fortunate to 
have her.

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