[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 66 (Wednesday, April 15, 2026)]
[House]
[Page H2890]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




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                        RECOGNIZING SHANE PLACEK

  (Mr. FLOOD asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. FLOOD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize an often overlooked 
segment of our Nation's legal profession: rural lawyers.
  Across the First District and in communities throughout our State, 
rural lawyers represent the very best of the profession: selfless 
service and meaningful local impact.
  Today, I recognize the outstanding career of Shane Placek of Fremont. 
While Shane practices in a range of areas, he has earned particular 
respect among his peers for his work in domestic law. Shane's skill and 
tenacity are deeply appreciated by his clients and respected by judges, 
and even the counsel on the other side appreciates him. His thorough 
preparation, professionalism, and record of success demonstrate his 
unwavering dedication to families navigating difficult times.
  A proud son of Fremont, Shane returned to his hometown after earning 
his J.D. from the University of Minnesota, choosing to serve the very 
community that shaped him.
  It is a privilege to recognize Shane's distinguished career, which 
reflects the hard work, integrity, and grit that define rural lawyers 
across our State.

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