[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 119 (Tuesday, July 21, 2026)]
[Senate]
[Page S4182]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           RECOGNIZING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF CRUM ELECTRIC

  Mr. BARRASSO. Mr. President, I rise today to recognize Wyoming's Crum 
Electric on its 50th anniversary. This outstanding Wyoming-based 
business has spent five decades helping power American communities, 
industries, and economic growth.
  David H. Crum founded Crum Electric Supply in 1976 in Casper, WY. He 
grew it into one of the largest independent electrical distributors in 
the Rocky Mountain region. Since its founding in 1976, Crum Electric 
has grown from a single location electrical distributor into a trusted 
partner serving customers at 10 locations across Wyoming, Colorado, 
Utah, and South Dakota. Throughout that journey, the company has 
remained committed to the values that define American business: hard 
work, innovation, integrity, and exceptional customer service.
  David has been a longtime leader in the industry. He served as the 
National Association of Electrical Distributors Chairman in 1996. He 
also received the Arthur W. Hooper Award in 2005. It is the 
association's highest individual honor for service and leadership. In 
1999, the University of Wyoming recognized David with its Distinguished 
Alumni award.
  In 2024, David announced his retirement after leading the company for 
nearly 50 years. David's legacy continues with his son Dave, who is now 
at the helm of Crum Electric as its CEO.
  Electrical distributors like Crum Electric are often the unsung 
heroes of our economy. They ensure contractors, manufacturers, 
utilities, and businesses have the products and expertise needed to 
build schools, hospitals, factories, energy infrastructure, and the 
technologies that keep Wyoming and our country moving ahead.
  As America modernizes its electric grid, expands domestic 
manufacturing, and invests in new energy technologies, Crum Electric 
will continue to play an indispensable role in strengthening our 
Nation's infrastructure and supply chains.
  Congratulations to the entire Crum Electric team, past and present, 
on 50 years of excellence. I wish them continued success for many years 
to come.

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