[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 152 (Thursday, September 24, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E982]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    RECOGNIZING DYLLON LEAB OF WREC

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                         HON. GUS M. BILIRAKIS

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 24, 2026

  Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mr. Dyllon 
Leab, an OPC Lineman with Withlacoochee River Electric Cooperative 
(WREC), for his exceptional service as part of WREC's second mission 
supporting the Light Up Navajo Project. The Light Up Navajo initiative 
relies on skilled utility professionals who volunteer their expertise 
to help extend electrical service to Navajo families who have lived 
without power for generations. Mr. Leab answered that call, using his 
training and experience as a lineman to help perform the difficult work 
necessary to bring reliable electricity to families in need. The impact 
of this work extends far beyond electrical infrastructure. Reliable 
power allows children to study after dark, enables families to safely 
store food and medicine, and gives elders greater comfort and security 
in their homes. It brings greater opportunity and improves quality of 
life.
  Mr. Leab's participation in this mission demonstrates both technical 
skill and a genuine commitment to helping others. His willingness to 
put his abilities to work far from home embodies the cooperative 
tradition of neighbors helping neighbors. I commend Mr. Dyllon Leab for 
his dedication, professionalism, and spirit of service. His 
contribution to Light Up Navajo reflects great credit upon WREC and the 
community we are proud to call home.

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