[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 194 (Tuesday, November 18, 2025)]
[House]
[Page H4763]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




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                     RECOGNIZING MAYOR KEVIN COTTON

  (Mr. COMER asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. COMER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and commend Mayor 
Kevin Cotton of Madisonville, Kentucky, who was recently honored as the 
2025 Elected City Official of the Year by the Kentucky League of 
Cities.
  Mayor Cotton's exemplary leadership, dedication, and service to his 
community have left an indelible mark on the city of Madisonville and 
the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
  Selected from nominations all across the State, Mayor Cotton stood 
out for his innovative, hands-on approach and tireless commitment to 
making a positive difference. He received a record 12 nominations, many 
from city staff, who praised his unwavering dedication and lifelong 
commitment to the city.
  His peers and colleagues see him as a humble leader whose focus on 
Madisonville's growth and success goes far beyond the expectations of 
his role.
  In addition to this remarkable honor, Mayor Cotton was recognized for 
his 4 years of dedicated service as a member of the Kentucky League of 
Cities Executive Board and was presented with a copy of the Athenian 
Oath in recognition of his commitment.
  On behalf of Kentucky's First Congressional District, I join with 
Mayor Cotton's family, friends, and citizens of Madisonville in 
celebrating his outstanding leadership and dedication.

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