[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 200 (Monday, December 1, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1133]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





           CONGRATULATING THE MANOR FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA

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                           HON. LLOYD SMUCKER

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, December 1, 2025

  Mr. SMUCKER. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to congratulate and recognize 
the Penn Manor Future Farmers of America chapter (Manor FFA), 
affiliated with Penn Manor High School in Lancaster County, 
Pennsylvania, on their accomplishments at the 98th National FFA 
Convention & Expo.
  Prior to the national convention, the Manor FFA was named as a 
national finalist for the 2025 Premier Chapter Award in the Building 
Communities category for their Mini-THON Line Dance activity. They were 
also recognized as a 3-star chapter, which is the highest ranking an 
FFA chapter can receive. Three of their students--Vita Failla, Molly 
Gehr, and Carly Railing--also received American FFA Degrees, the 
highest honor bestowed to FFA members.
  The Manor FFA excelled during the 98th National FFA Convention & 
Expo, which was held from October 24, 2025 to November 1, 2025, in 
Indianapolis, Indiana. During the Poultry Evaluation event, Manor FFA 
students evaluated live poultry, graded carcasses and eggs, and 
completed a written exam. The Manor FFA team won a gold ranking, and 
the students--Anna Frey, Jozie Gilger, Leanna Kneisley, and Misty 
Railing--each earned silver.
  The Dairy Cattle Evaluation and Management event saw students assess 
pedigrees, herd records, and live dairy cattle, and presented oral 
justifications for their decisions. The Manor FFA team earned an 
overall silver ranking. Katie Charles received a gold ranking, Jayden 
Buck and Grace Shaielby received silver, and Lillian Walborn received 
bronze.
  The Manor FFA entered the 98th National Convention FFA with accolades 
and left with even more. Through their commitment to agriculture and 
their stellar work ethic, these students exemplify the character of 
Pennsylvania's 11th Congressional District. I congratulate the Manor 
FFA chapter on their accomplishments, and I wish them continued 
success.

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