[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 70 (Tuesday, April 21, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E350]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       HONORING HK METALCRAFT ON ITS REMARKABLE 100TH ANNIVERSARY

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                            HON. NELLIE POU

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 21, 2026

  Ms. POU. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor HK Metalcraft of Lodi, 
New Jersey, as it celebrates 100 years in business, a rare milestone 
built on generations of hard work, family commitment, and pride in a 
job well done.
  Founded in 1926, HK Metalcraft has grown and adapted across four 
generations of Hopp family leadership, standing as a testament to what 
steady dedication and strong values can achieve over time. Today, under 
the leadership of Josh Hopp, the company continues that legacy, 
carrying forward a tradition of excellence that has endured for a full 
century.
  From its headquarters in Lodi, HK Metalcraft operates a 50,000-
square-foot facility that brings together office, manufacturing, and 
warehouse space to support efficient operations. With a team of about 
30 employees, the company produces a wide range of specialized 
components, including spring washers, metal gaskets, custom stampings, 
and assemblies that serve industries far beyond our district and state.
  Reaching 100 years in business does not happen by chance. It takes 
resilience, adaptability, and an abiding devotion to both employees and 
customers. Through changing markets and evolving technologies, HK 
Metalcraft has remained focused on quality, precision, and doing right 
by the people it serves.
  Mr. Speaker, small businesses like HK Metalcraft are the backbone of 
our communities. They create jobs, support families, boost communities, 
and help drive our local economy forward. HK Metalcraft's century of 
success is a powerful reminder of what can be built when hard work 
meets opportunity.
  I am proud to recognize this extraordinary milestone and to 
congratulate Josh Hopp and the entire HK Metalcraft team. I wish them 
continued success in the years ahead.

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