[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 196 (Thursday, November 20, 2025)]
[House]
[Page H4825]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     RECOGNIZING JONATHAN RODRIGUEZ

  (Ms. De La Cruz of Texas was recognized to address the House for 5 
minutes.)
  Ms. De La Cruz. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Jonathan 
Rodriguez, a U.S. history teacher at Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Memorial 
Early College High School for his heroic and compassionate actions.
  Without hesitation, Mr. Rodriguez jumped to the rescue to help one of 
his former students following a vehicle collision. For his 
compassionate actions, the PSJA ISD awarded the first-ever Heart of 
Service Coin.
  This coin is a distinct honor awarded to individuals who embody the 
values: protecting, serving, and rising above, in all aspects of our 
community.
  Mr. Rodriguez exemplifies these ideals every day, going above and 
beyond for his students and bringing his experience as a volunteer 
firefighter to his role as an educator.
  Mr. Speaker, I thank Mr. Rodriguez for his heroism and his quick 
action to save a young student's life.


               Celebrating 40 Years of Wilson County News

  Ms. De La Cruz. Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to celebrate more than 40 
years of the Wilson County News, a cornerstone of community journalism 
in south Texas.
  In 1984, Elaine Kolodziej turned her vision into reality, launching 
the Wilson County News without any prior publishing experience but with 
the dream to give her community a true local paper. She even hand-
delivered each issue herself every Tuesday to ensure it reached the 
readers.
  Under Elaine's leadership, Wilson County News flourished as a woman-
owned and -operated small business. Through the years, they have 
adapted to new technologies to expand coverage and launch their website 
in 2002 to bring local stories to an even wider audience.
  Today, the Wilson County News continues its proud tradition of 
delivering high-quality journalism.
  Mr. Speaker, I congratulate Elaine and the entire Wilson County News 
team for more than four decades of dedication to delivering news to 
Wilson County.


                         Recognizing Aiden Reed

  Ms. De La Cruz. Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to recognize the 
accomplishments of a Poth High School senior, Aiden Reed, the 2025 UIL 
3A State Shot Put champion.
  After earning silver at last year's championship, Aiden returned with 
determination and achieved gold to close out his senior season.
  During the State meet, Aiden sat in second place until his third 
attempt. A powerful throw secured him the gold medal and broke his own 
school record.
  Aiden is a passionate and driven role model for young athletes. His 
dedication and perseverance reflect the spirit of Poth and the strength 
of south Texas.
  Mr. Speaker, I congratulate Aiden and can't wait to see what he 
accomplishes next.

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