[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 74 (Monday, May 5, 2025)]
[House]
[Page H1813]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                CELEBRATING NATIONAL SMALL BUSINESS WEEK

  (Mr. Joyce of Pennsylvania was recognized to address the House for 5 
minutes.)
  Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, this week, we celebrate 
National Small Business Week, a time to highlight the incredible 
successes of American small businesses throughout our country.
  Main Street businesses are truly the backbone of our economy, and I 
have had the privilege of visiting so many small businesses throughout 
Pennsylvania's 13th Congressional District, such as the Inn at Herr 
Ridge in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, owned by Steve Wolf; The Family 
Table Restaurant, owned by Luke and Chloe Fogle in Chambersburg, 
Pennsylvania; and the Cove Creek Outfitters in Bedford, owned by Bob 
and Eric Turkovich.
  Mr. Speaker, in Congress, it is critical that we continue our support 
for these small businesses by renewing President Trump's tax cuts so 
that American businesses can flourish once again.
  President Trump has made it easier for American businesses to thrive 
by stripping back needless regulations. By renewing President Trump's 
tax cuts, we can once again ensure that businesses will continue to 
grow for years to come.


                 In Appreciation of Daniel Prachthauser

  Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, over the last 2 weeks, two 
forest fires have ravaged Michaux State Forest in Cumberland County, 
Pennsylvania. The fires have scorched thousands of acres of forest, 
forcing the evacuation of nearby residents.
  More than 150 brave firefighters responded to this fire. One of 
Pennsylvania's firefighters is the son of Jonathan and Bridget 
Prachthauser, a second-generation firefighter and currently a student 
at Shippensburg University.
  Daniel Prachthauser was with Vigilant Hose Company No. 1 throughout 
these firefighting endeavors. Daniel is part of the Vigilant Hose 
Company's live-in program that offers state-of-the-art, dorm-style 
living, which allows students who are professional firefighters to 
continue their volunteer services while they pursue their education.
  This program not only allows local students to continue their service 
in the community but also serves the Vigilant Hose Company by allowing 
it to stay fully staffed so that they can more efficiently and rapidly 
respond to emergencies.
  On behalf of everyone in Pennsylvania's 13th Congressional District, 
I personally thank Daniel for his devotion and his service to the 
community.


                    In Recognition of Ashlie Crosson

  Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, during this year's National 
Appreciation of Teachers Week, I rise to recognize Ashlie Crosson of 
Reedsville, Pennsylvania, who was named the 2025 National Teacher of 
the Year.
  Ashlie is an English teacher at Mifflin County High School, where she 
instructs students in advanced placement language and composition 
classes. She also advises the journalism program, which publishes the 
school newspaper and district magazine.
  Ashlie approaches teaching with the goal of helping each of her 
students develop their communication and problem-solving skills, expand 
their worldview, and use their voices for the betterment of society as 
a whole.
  Ashlie's tireless dedication to her students is helping to prepare 
the next generation of creators, leaders, and innovators. Ashlie is 
truly a source of pride for the entire Mifflin County School District 
and for her community.
  Mr. Speaker, on behalf of everyone in Pennsylvania's 13th 
Congressional District, I congratulate Ashlie on her selection for this 
prestigious award and express gratitude for her enduring commitment to 
the academic achievements of her students and for her school district 
at large.

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