[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 215 (Friday, December 19, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1237]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING THE CLASS OF INTERNS FOR THEIR SERVICE TO ILLINOIS' 13TH 
                         CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

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                          HON. NIKKI BUDZINSKI

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, December 19, 2025

  Ms. BUDZINSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the wonderful 
class of interns who served in my office during the fall 2025 semester. 
Their incredible dedication to public service and commitment to 
learning has been truly inspirational, and the contributions they have 
made to Illinois' 13th Congressional District have left a significant 
impact.
  In my Washington Office, I was honored to work alongside Henry 
Scriven-Young, Carter Wood, Maurice Mueller, Ally Denton, and Ethan 
J.S.H. Reed. These five interns have worked tirelessly to support my 
staff and have done an excellent job navigating the turbulent nature of 
Congress. Especially during a government shutdown, when their time with 
my office was cut short, these five individuals have shown an immense 
desire to learn and serve others, regardless of the circumstance.
  Back in Illinois, I was proud to work with Keziah Gragg in my 
Springfield Office and Addison Merritt and Ryan Miller in my Champaign 
Office. Especially following a turbulent government shutdown, these 
three interns played an integral role in supporting constituents from 
Central and Southern Illinois to obtain much needed assistance from the 
federal government. Their commitment to constituent service by 
assisting my casework team has been amazing to see, and I am so proud 
of the work they have accomplished serving the people of Illinois' 13th 
Congressional District.
  The impact that these individuals had on my office will be felt for 
years to come, and we will be very sad to say farewell to this amazing 
group of interns. I thank Henry, Carter, Maurice, Ally, Ethan, Keziah, 
Addison, and Ryan, for their service. I wish them all the best as they 
continue their professional and academic journeys.

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