[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 108 (Monday, June 29, 2026)]
[House]
[Page H4265]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       RECOGNIZING CAMERON SMITH

  (Mr. Joyce of Pennsylvania was recognized to address the House for 5 
minutes.)
  Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, it is with pride that I rise 
to recognize Cameron Smith of Westmont, Pennsylvania, for earning the 
rank of cadet captain in the Civil Air Patrol.
  Cameron is a 2026 graduate of Bishop McCort High School. He is a 
member of the Cambria County Composite Squadron, which is a branch of 
the Pennsylvania Wing of the Civil Air Patrol. He earned the Amelia 
Earhart Award and received promotion to cadet captain by completing 
Phase III of the Civil Air Patrol Cadet Program.
  Cameron is the son of Matt and Tori Smith. His plans in the immediate 
future include sitting for the Federal Aviation Administration final 
exam to obtain his private pilot license.
  I congratulate Cameron and his parents on this notable achievement 
through the cadet program and extend to him best wishes for success 
throughout his aviation career.


                         Recognizing Alan Gift

  Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize Alan Gift 
on his selection as the 2026 Franklin County Conservation District 
Farmer of the Year.
  In partnership with the conservation district, Alan has demonstrated 
a strong commitment to agricultural stewardship and environmental 
conservation.
  Also, through the Agricultural Conservation Assistance Program, Alan 
has initiated a comprehensive project that reduces runoff. At the age 
of just 30 years, Alan has distinguished himself as a leader in the 
agricultural industry and a role model for aspiring farmowners.
  I join with the Franklin County Conservation District in 
congratulating Alan Gift for his outstanding agricultural efforts.


     Commemorating Anniversary of Franklin County Area Development 
                              Corporation

  Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise to commemorate the 
40th anniversary of the Franklin County Area Development Corporation. 
Since its founding in 1986, the organization has facilitated more than 
1,000 projects in Franklin County.
  This milestone anniversary presents a valuable opportunity to 
celebrate the development corporation's enduring impact on Franklin 
County. The success and the priorities of the Franklin County Area 
Development Corporation foster prosperity and achievement throughout 
Franklin County.
  On behalf of constituents in Pennsylvania's 13th Congressional 
District, I personally congratulate President Mike Ross, his staff, and 
his board of directors on this milestone, and I express my personal 
gratitude for their continued leadership.


                        Recognizing Leah Ritchey

  Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
gifted artists from Pennsylvania's 13th Congressional District who 
participated in this year's Congressional Art Competition. Several 
students from Cambria, Huntingdon, Blair, and Franklin Counties 
participated.
  The 2026 winner is Leah Ritchey, who is a freshman at Cumberland 
Valley Christian School. Through her acrylic painting, Blazing Liberty, 
Leah captures the traditions of America by drawing inspiration from our 
Statue of Liberty, a timeless symbol of patriotism, and the fireworks 
that bring us together. Leah's work serves as a beautiful tribute to 
our Nation's semiquincentennial.
  I extend appreciation to Leah's art teacher, Lisa Fisler, and her 
mom, Jesse Walizer, for supporting Leah's incredible artistic talents.

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