    [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 37 (Tuesday, February 25, 2025)]
    [House]
    [Page H780]
    From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]

                      SCHOOL BUS DRIVER APPRECIATION WEEK

      (Mr. DAVIS of North Carolina asked and was given permission to
    address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
      Mr. DAVIS of North Carolina. Mr. Speaker, I rise to acknowledge the
    dedicated schoolbus drivers who ensure our children's safety every day.
      During School Bus Driver Appreciation Week, I had the privilege of
    riding along on Mrs. Pamela Respess' schoolbus at Banks Elementary
    School in Lenoir County.
      There was so much excitement. It was an early morning, and we hopped
    on the bus after the prechecks. Throughout the route, Mrs. Respess
    greeted students by name, transforming morning faces into smiles. After
    parking the schoolbus, the students hugged Mrs. Respess as they hopped
    off and headed to class.
      My experience highlights the vital role of schoolbus drivers who face
    enormous challenges like bus shortages and overcrowding.
      We thank our schoolbus drivers across America like Mrs. Respess not
    just today but every day.

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