[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 144 (Wednesday, September 3, 2025)]
[House]
[Page H3763]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             HONORING CLARKE COUNTY GIRLS' TRACK AND FIELD

  (Mr. Cline of Virginia was recognized to address the House for 5 
minutes.)
  Mr. CLINE. Mr. Speaker, today I rise with pride to honor the 
incredible athletes of Clarke County High School who for first time 
since 2009 are State champs in girls' track and field.
  The Eagles won the 4x400 meter relay to surge past the competition 
and win the Class 2 State meet at James Madison University.
  Led by seniors Teya Starley, who captured the 800-meter title and 
anchored the 4x400 relay; Reagan ``Megatron'' Myer, whose triple jump 
and 200 meter earned crucial points; and the ever-determined Abigail 
Cochran and Molly Husted, the Eagles soared to victory.
  They were joined by their teammates Kendall Harman, Grace Gerenski, 
Kenedy Money, and Mia Timberlake, who each gave it their all.
  None of this would have been possible without Coach Andre Kidrick, a 
true leader in his 18th and final season. His legacy, built on heart, 
toughness, and unity, will echo through Clarke County for generations.
  He was assisted by Coaches Jamie Starley, Gary Wymer, Nancy Specht, 
Regina Downing, and Jeff Webster in a true team effort.
  Please join me in congratulating these young women, their coaches, 
and the entire Clarke County community on this remarkable achievement. 
Go Eagles.


       Honoring Glenvar High School Highlanders Boys' Soccer Team

  Mr. CLINE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the Glenvar High School 
Highlanders boys' soccer team. They are the 2025 Virginia Class 2 State 
champs for the third straight year.
  Led by Head Coach Josh Jones, Captains Kian Fisher, Jake Williams, 
Aidan Hylton, and a remarkable roster: Grayson Shepherd, Tyler Shannon, 
Jackson Jones, Alan Vu, Kees Van Gerven, Gavin Miller, Tyler Curfiss, 
Seth Nichols, Levi King, Zack Brown, Heath Russell, Luke Farmer, Parker 
Doolan, Avery McClanahan, Cooper Mullins, Zach Adams, Henry Schruth, 
Griffin Geddes, Adam Saunders, James Housh, Alex Rottkamp, Ryder 
Francisco, Evan Harris, Wesley Feliciano, and Connor Magruder, this 
squad delivered perfection with a 23-0 record.
  They outscored their opponents 134-3, dominating with 20 shutouts and 
trailing for only 4 minutes all year.
  In the June 14 final, goals from Hylton and Saunders secured a 2-0 
win over Bruton, claiming their fifth straight Region C and Three 
Rivers District titles. They also extended a 61-game unbeaten streak of 
98-3 and 2 ties since 2021.
  Mr. Speaker, I commend the entire coaching and support staff, as well 
as school leadership, for guiding these young men to excellence. We 
congratulate the Glenvar Highlanders. They have made Glenvar and the 
Roanoke Valley proud.


      Celebrating Virginia Poultry Federation's 100th Anniversary

  Mr. CLINE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Virginia 
Poultry Federation, which is celebrating its 100th anniversary this 
year.
  In August of 1925, a group of poultrymen gathered at Virginia Tech 
for the first poultry field day where they organized the Virginia 
Poultry Federation and began a century-long mission to strengthen and 
support the poultry and ag industry.
  For the past 100 years, the Federation has served farmers, 
processors, and businesses through effective advocacy, youth programs, 
scholarships, and vital partnerships.

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  From education and outreach to supporting 4-H, FAA, and ag in the 
classroom, its contributions extend far beyond the farm.
  Today, more than 1,000 farm families depend on this thriving industry 
which generates billions of dollars in wages and economic impact across 
the Commonwealth of Virginia. Nowhere is this more evident than in 
Virginia's Sixth Congressional District, the birthplace of the modern 
poultry industry and the top producing region in Virginia today. The 
continued strength of the poultry and egg industries in the Shenandoah 
Valley and across the Commonwealth is a testament to the federation's 
enduring commitment to its mission.
  I commend President Hobey Bauhan and the Virginia Poultry Federation 
on a century of service, leadership, and success, and I wish them many 
more years of growth and innovation.


                         Making D.C. Safe Again

  Mr. CLINE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to highlight the importance of 
commonsense policies that put public safety first. For too long, we 
have seen soft-on-crime approaches that let repeat offenders walk free, 
putting law-abiding citizens at risk. However, recent data from 
Washington, D.C., shows that when we take crime seriously, communities 
become a safer place.
  Since President Trump took decisive action to tackle crime head-on in 
our Nation's Capital, burglaries have dropped by nearly one-half and 
car thefts have fallen 36 percent. These are not just numbers on a 
page. They represent families who can walk their neighborhoods with 
greater peace of mind. They represent small business owners who feel 
more secure about opening their doors. They represent children who can 
play outside without the same fear of violence.
  This is what happens when we adopt commonsense policies. Holding 
criminals accountable works. Protecting communities works. Supporting 
law enforcement works.
  D.C.'s progress should serve as a model for the rest of the country. 
The American people are tired of failed policies that prioritize 
criminals over victims. We should reject those failed approaches and 
instead double down on strategies that deliver results for America.

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