[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 161 (2015), Part 7]
[House]
[Page 9142]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                   CONGRATULATIONS TO MARISSA BARTELS

  (Mr. EMMER of Minnesota asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute.)
  Mr. EMMER of Minnesota. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate 
Marissa Bartels on winning an astounding four gold medals at the recent 
Minnesota State track and field meet.
  Marissa was born with spina bifida but refuses to let that slow her 
down. In middle school, when no longer able to participate in the 
sports she knew and loved, Marissa discovered wheelchair sports. This 
was her third year participating at State, and Marissa dominated, 
winning the 100 and 800 meter races as well as shot put and discus.
  Marissa's athletic abilities extend beyond track and field. She is 
also a national champion in baseball and basketball. It is no surprise 
that this impressive competitor will be heading to the University of 
Wisconsin-Whitewater in the fall as a student athlete.
  Best of luck and congratulations, Marissa. You are an inspiration to 
each of us to never give up, no matter what obstacle or adversity we 
may face.

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