[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 137 (Tuesday, August 12, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E761-E762]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           CELEBRATING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF MARQUIS ENERGY

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                           HON. DARIN LaHOOD

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, August 12, 2025

  Mr. LaHOOD. Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to recognize and celebrate the 
50th anniversary of Marquis Energy. Located within Illinois' 16th 
Congressional District, Marquis serves as a cornerstone example of 
American entrepreneurship and energy leadership.
  Founded in 1975, Marquis began as a grain merchandising business in 
rural Buda, Illinois. Now, Marquis is the largest dry-mill ethanol 
facility in North America, producing clean, homegrown American biofuels 
and value-added coproducts that support thousands of farm families and 
strengthen America's energy independence.
  Marquis is a consistent national leader in biofuel innovation. 
Through their work and advocacy, Marquis continues to shape the future 
of clean energy and rural investment, advancing next-generation corn 
markets for producers and farmers alike.

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  From ethanol production to carbon capture, Marquis forges new 
opportunities that support American families and put our farmers first. 
What started as a local operation grew into a prosperous company that 
has created over 450 jobs and purchases over 140 million bushels of 
corn annually. Still today, the deep roots of family farming and a 
strong commitment to the agricultural community continue to be the 
foundations of Marquis' success.
  As we commemorate this incredible milestone, I want to recognize Mark 
Marquis, Tom Marquis, the whole Marquis family, and their entire team 
for their entrepreneurial spirit, strong values, and unwavering 
commitment to their community and country.
  Congratulations to Marquis on 50 years of American excellence. May 
the next 50 years strengthen the values that make Marquis and rural 
America strong.

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