[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 152 (Thursday, September 24, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E982-E983]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 HONORING THE LAND TRUST OF NAPA COUNTY

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                           HON. MIKE THOMPSON

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 24, 2026

  Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 
contributions of the Land Trust of Napa County, and to recognize their 
50 years of service to our Napa community. This anniversary marks five 
decades of community-powered conservation and stewardship in Napa 
County.
  Land Trust of Napa County is a community-based nonprofit dedicated to 
preserving the character of Napa by permanently protecting land. 
Founded in 1976, the Land Trust has permanently protected more than 
96,000 acres, representing over 18 percent of Napa County. The 
organization has completed more than 275 conservation projects and 
protects land that supports biodiversity, climate resilience, clean 
water, wildlife habitat, public enjoyment, and Napa County's 
agricultural legacy.
  The Land Trust works cooperatively with landowners and our community 
to protect agricultural land, water resources, wildlife and wildlife 
corridors, scenic open space, forests, ranches, wildflower meadows and 
native biodiversity throughout Napa County. The Land Trust's 
conservation work has made significant progress toward creating a 
network of conservation lands that will continue to provide clean 
water, wildlife habitat and corridors, thriving agricultural lands, and 
access to nature for all those who live in and visit Napa.
  Land Trust of Napa County is an accredited land trust, a distinction 
awarded by the Land Trust Alliance that recognizes their commitment to 
the highest standards in land conservation, financial accountability, 
and ethical practices. This accreditation signifies that Land Trust of 
Napa County meets rigorous national quality standards for protecting 
and stewarding the lands entrusted to our community.
  Mr. Speaker, we thank the Land Trust of Napa County for their 50 
years of dedicated service to our community. The organization's 
contributions are undeniable and have made a lasting impact on the 
lives of many. Therefore, it is fitting and proper that we honor them 
here today.

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