[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 163 (2017), Part 7]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 9995]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




RECOGNIZING GRACE McLAUGHLIN FOR HER STATE TITLES IN THE 1600 AND 3200 
                                  RUN

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                           HON. CHERI BUSTOS

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 27, 2017

  Mrs. BUSTOS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Grace 
McLaughlin, a junior at Rockford Boylan Catholic High School, for 
earning the Class 2A title for the Illinois State championships in the 
1600 meter run and the 3200 meter run.
  Grace McLaughlin earned a time of 5:03.97 for the 1600 meter run, and 
earned a time of 10:40.45 for the 3200 meter run to win her the title 
of state champion for both races. I would like recognize Grace for her 
tremendous accomplishment. Grace's dedication and passion for her sport 
meant that she was determined to win gold for not just one race, but 
two. With both of these wins, Grace added two more state championships 
to her list of other championships. As a former athlete, I understand 
the amount of hard work and commitment to be awarded such a title. 
Grace is an example of the importance of perseverance and a strong work 
ethic. I am proud there is such young talent in our community, and to 
see him represent Rockford throughout the state.
  Mr. Speaker, I would like to again formally congratulate Grace 
McLaughlin for her titles, and I join the rest of the community in 
wishing her every success in the future

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