[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 9 (Tuesday, January 13, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E32]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               RECOGNIZING AMERICAN PATRIOT PENNY JUSTICE

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                        HON. JOHN H. RUTHERFORD

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, January 13, 2026

  Mr. RUTHERFORD. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize and 
congratulate Penny Justice on her selection as the winner of the 
Patriot of the Year Award. This annual award ceremony celebrates our 
great American servicemembers, first responders, and citizens, and 
recognizes men and women who, through their actions and words, 
exemplify servant leadership and patriotism.
  Mrs. Justice has made exceptional contributions in support of service 
members, veterans and their families in Northeast Florida, and has 
demonstrated extraordinary patriotism and dedication to our Nation's 
ideals.
  On this historic occasion, I congratulate and recognize Penny 
Justice. I thank her for her dedication and leadership. May God bless 
her and congratulations to her.

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