[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 106 (Wednesday, June 24, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E616-E617]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    RECOGNIZING DON BATY FOR HIS YEARS OF LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE TO 
                           NORTHERN MICHIGAN

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                           HON. JACK BERGMAN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 24, 2026

  Mr. BERGMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize Don Baty of Grayling, 
Michigan for his decades of leadership and dedicated service to 
Northern Michigan and the Republican Party of Crawford County.
  Don's story is one rooted in hard work, loyalty, and a deep love for 
the great state of

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Michigan. After graduating from Hastings High School, Don went on to 
attend the University of Michigan, where he was a member of the 
Wolverines football team. Upon completing his education, he entered the 
medical field, working first at the University of Michigan Hospital 
before moving into medical equipment sales. That work took him to New 
Jersey and Texas, but Don's heart never left Michigan. When the time 
came, he chose to retire right here in the 1st District.
  Since his retirement, Don has become a cornerstone of the Crawford 
County community. From volunteering at Grayling Hospital to serving on 
the board of his church to donating groceries to neighbors in need. Don 
lives out the American ideals of service, generosity, and looking out 
for your fellow man. In an era when it is easy to stand on the 
sidelines, Don has chosen to show up.
  Don has also made his mark as a champion of civic participation 
across the region. As former Vice Chair of the Crawford County 
Republican Party and a member of the Crawford County Board of 
Canvassers, he was instrumental in revitalizing the local party when 
its membership was struggling. To this day, Don can still be found on 
the streets of Grayling with clipboard in hand, talking to his 
neighbors and gathering signatures for causes that benefit the whole 
community. He is a true patriot who understands that you do not need to 
hold elected office to make a difference and contribute to the Great 
American Experiment.
  Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to recognize Don Baty for his continued 
service to Northern Michigan. On behalf of Michigan's 1st Congressional 
District, I thank him for his tireless efforts and wish him continued 
success in the years ahead.

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