[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 15 (Thursday, January 22, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E67]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             REMEMBERING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF ADAM GRUBBS

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                            HON. TRENT KELLY

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, January 22, 2026

  Mr. KELLY of Mississippi. Mr. Speaker, Adam Grubbs was a young man 
whose kindness made a real difference to everyone who knew him, and his 
loss is felt by many. He was born in Tupelo and raised in Saltillo by 
his parents, Mark and Beth, and grew up with the values of his 
community. At Saltillo High School, people knew him for his good 
character and for his talent in cross country and baseball, where he 
earned the Golden Glove Award.
  At Mississippi State University, he excelled academically and 
embraced leadership through Pi Kappa Alpha (PIKE) Fraternity, the 
Interfraternity Council, and the College Republicans. He graduated in 
December 2017 with a degree in Communications.
  I had the honor of welcoming Adam to my team in January 2017. From 
his early role as a field supervisor in Columbus to his service in 
Washington, D.C., as a Scheduler and Legislative Assistant, and 
Legislative Director. Adam approached every task with integrity and 
enthusiasm. He later served four years as Deputy District Director. 
Adam was more than a valued staff member; he was like family to all of 
us. Adam loved history, politics, the outdoors, and people. He was a 
loyal Mississippi State football fan who followed the Bulldogs closely 
and enjoyed being part of the MSU community. He found joy in fishing, 
hunting, mowing, grilling, and golfing at the Olive Branch Country 
Club.
  Above all, Adam was devoted to his faith and family. He cherished his 
wife, Emma Kate, and their young son, Graham Henry. Their second child 
is expected in February 2026. Adam's passing is a tremendous loss to 
his family, to me, to our team, and to the community he served so 
faithfully. His life was a blessing, and his memory will continue to 
inspire all who knew him.

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