[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 76 (Thursday, April 30, 2026)]
[House]
[Page H3326]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     HONORING ROBERT ``BOB'' BUSCH

  (Mr. SMITH of Nebraska asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. SMITH of Nebraska. Mr. Speaker, today I stand before you to honor 
the extraordinary life of Robert ``Bob'' Busch, a devoted Nebraskan 
whose legacy will live on in our hearts and in the fields of western 
Nebraska.
  Bob epitomized the spirit of hard work from a young age, starting his 
journey in agriculture by learning to drive a tractor at 12 years old 
before mastering the beet harvester at 16 years old.
  This early dedication blossomed into a lifelong commitment to 
farming, embodying the values of diligence and perseverance in all he 
did. He will be remembered not only as a man of faith and deep 
conviction but also a pillar of strength around western Nebraska, where 
he farmed the same land that has been in his family for generations.
  As a respected leader in agriculture, Bob made valuable contributions 
to organizations like the Nebraska Sugar Beet Growers Association and 
the Western Sugar Cooperative, tirelessly advocating for water and 
farming interests in western Nebraska. His voice will be sorely missed, 
and his impact will be felt for years to come.
  Bob Busch was a remarkable individual, and while we mourn his 
passing, we celebrate the incredible life he lived.

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