[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 34 (Friday, February 20, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E148]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  HONORING RYAN WILSON, LAPEER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CITIZEN OF THE YEAR

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                          HON. LISA C. McCLAIN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, February 20, 2026

  Mrs. McCLAIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Ryan Wilson, 
recipient of the Lapeer Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year Award, 
whose generosity and dedication to service have strengthened families, 
schools, and community organizations throughout Lapeer County.
  Ryan has demonstrated an exceptional commitment to local students and 
families by helping pay down school lunch debt in the North Branch, 
Almont, and Imlay City School Districts. He actively supports school 
and community fundraisers by selling tickets, hosting bottle drives, 
and donating gift cards, food, and meat to organizations such as The 
Refuge and numerous school programs.
  Ryan maintains a shelf stocked with free, nonperishable food items 
available to anyone in need--no questions asked. He sponsors youth and 
adult baseball teams, matches donations to Project Graduation up to 
$1,000, prepares and donates meals for marching band students, and 
supports local farmers by offering space to sell their produce at no 
cost. In addition, he regularly volunteers at school events across 
Lapeer County.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Ryan 
Wilson for his outstanding service and unwavering commitment to the 
Lapeer community.

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