[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 60 (Monday, March 30, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E294-E295]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  RECOGNIZING THE ROCHESTER OLYMPIANS

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                         HON. JOSEPH D. MORELLE

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, March 30, 2026

  Mr. MORELLE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the incredible 
Olympians from the

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Rochester community who represented Team USA at the 2026 Winter 
Olympics: Dylan Walczyk, Christopher Lillis, and Haley Winn. These 
exceptional athletes proudly represented our region on the world stage, 
competing with determination and excellence at the Winter Games last 
month. Their achievements reflect the strong tradition of athletic 
dedication and excellence that our community has long fostered.
  Our local athletes demonstrated their remarkable abilities in various 
Olympic events. From the slopes to the rink, these competitors faced 
the very best athletes from around the world. Two of Rochester's own 
reached the top of the podium and brought home Olympic gold medals. 
Haley Winn competed in women's ice hockey and helped lead the team to a 
gold medal victory, defeating Canada in the championship game. 
Christopher Lillis competed in the freestyle skiing mixed team aerials 
competition, securing himself a second gold medal after winning the 
same event at the 2022 Winter Olympics.
  Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the entire Rochester community, I 
congratulate these Olympians on their extraordinary athletic 
achievements at the 2026 Winter Olympics. We are incredibly proud of 
their remarkable accomplishments and contributions to inspiring the 
next generation of athletes in our region and across the country.

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