[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 160 (2014), Part 12]
[House]
[Page 16461]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                McKINNEY, NUMBER 1 SMALL CITY IN AMERICA

  (Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas asked and was given permission to address 
the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, Money magazine recently ranked 
America's best small cities. 781 cities were evaluated. The 35 top-
scoring cities were visited by reporters. And wouldn't you know it, 
McKinney, Texas, was ranked number one as the best place in the United 
States to live.
  It is worth noting that McKinney joined the list in 2008 and has 
steadily climbed each year. As Money magazine stated: ``Underlying 
McKinney's homey southern charm is a thoroughly modern city. The area 
is a hotbed for growth-industry jobs.''
  McKinney certainly embodies its motto, ``Unique by Nature.'' It is 
both a business-friendly and family-friendly place. And perhaps most 
significant, it places emphasis on both preserving history and ensuring 
a vibrant future.
  I am proud to represent McKinney and the Third District of Texas. 
McKinney deserves this honor. It is my privilege to recognize their 
outstanding service to the community.

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