[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 87 (Thursday, May 22, 2025)]
[Senate]
[Pages S3113-S3114]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    RECOGNIZING HAWKTECH ARMS, INC.

 Mr. RISCH. Mr. President, Idaho small businesses are the 
backbone of our economy and our communities. These small businesses not 
only employ our friends and neighbors, but provide invaluable goods and 
services that showcase shared Idaho values. They are an intrinsic 
element of the Gem State and deserve to be celebrated.
  I am proud to relaunch my successful statewide initiative Support 
Local Gems this year on June 6 to encourage Idahoans to support the 
small businesses that make our State thrive. As a member and former 
chairman of the Senate Committee on Small Business and 
Entrepreneurship, I am pleased to honor HawkTech Arms during Support 
Local Gems as one of Idaho's Small Business of the Month for June 2025.
  Founded in 1999 by Dan and Jami Hawkins, HawkTech Arms has become a 
mainstay for firearms enthusiasts and competitive shooters across the 
Pacific Northwest. What began as a way to generate hobby income to 
support a passion for shooting, HawkTech Arms has become an integral 
part of the firearms community in Idaho and beyond. With a special 
focus on encouraging the shooting sports community, HawkTech Arms 
sponsors local and regional matches in a variety of shooting 
disciplines. The business has also been recognized for its support of 
junior shooting programs designed to promote education and competitive 
shooting among youth.
  As Idaho's leading suppressor dealer, HawkTech Arms is uniquely 
equipped to handle high-volume NFA sales and, as such, offers the 
largest selection for local shooters and collectors alike. HawkTech 
Arms is well known for providing top-quality products in the firearms 
industry, coupled with exceptional service to an ever-growing customer 
base. The business also holds a strong commitment to the military and 
law enforcement communities. Recognized as one of the highest volume 
law enforcement dealers in the Northwest region through GLOCK's

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Blue Label Dealer Program, HawkTech Arms is dedicated to providing 
firearms and addressing the needs of first responders.
  Finally, it is worth noting that the staff and owners of HawkTech 
Arms are active volunteers in the Treasure Valley community. Mr. 
Hawkins has served on the board of directors for a local shooting range 
for the better part of 20 years, and many employees have taken 
leadership roles in a variety of local initiatives.
  Congratulations to the Hawkins family and all the employees at 
HawkTech Arms on their selection as the Idaho Small Business of the 
Month for June 2025. You are an outstanding example of what it means to 
be one of Idaho's Local Gems. You make our great State proud, and I 
look forward to your continued growth and success.

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