[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 149 (Thursday, September 11, 2025)]
[House]
[Page H4253]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    RECOGNIZING PLEASANT GROVE, UTAH

  (Mr. KENNEDY of Utah asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. KENNEDY of Utah. Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to celebrate 175 
years since the establishment of Pleasant Grove, Utah.
  Established on September 13, 1850, by pioneers, Pleasant Grove is 
located in an idyllic location, nestled at the base of the majestic 
snowcapped mountains of the Wasatch Front.
  Its rich history is highlighted by the iconic Strawberry Days 
celebration, which began in 1921 and remains the longest-running city 
celebration in Utah. Each year, families gather to celebrate the city's 
agricultural heritage with strawberries and cream, parades, concerts, 
and rodeos.
  Pleasant Grove also offers outstanding recreation and cultural 
treasures, from the scenic trails of Battle Creek Falls and the wooden 
castles at Discovery Park, to the family traditions of Hee Haw Farms 
and the Christa McAuliffe Space Center.
  Though the city has grown, it continues to be a family-oriented town 
where residents can learn, explore, and thrive together.
  At the heart of Pleasant Grove is its tight-knit community, people 
dedicated to service, education, and preserving the city's rich 
history.
  I want to recognize the service of Mayor Guy Fugal and the members of 
the Pleasant Grove City Council, whose leadership reflects the values 
of this remarkable community.
  I am proud to represent Pleasant Grove in Utah's Third District and 
look forward to celebrating this momentous achievement with them.

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