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   MINOT, NORTH DAKOTA NAMED A 2025 GREAT AMERICAN DEFENSE COMMUNITY

  (Mrs. FEDORCHAK asked and was given permission to address the House 
for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)

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  Mrs. FEDORCHAK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Minot, North 
Dakota, my husband's hometown, named one of the 2025 Great American 
Defense Communities.
  Only three cities across the Nation received this honor, reflecting 
the remarkable commitment the people of Minot have shown to the men and 
women stationed at the Minot Air Force Base.
  Through events like the Prairie Warrior Auction and efforts by local 
leaders and initiatives led by the Minot Area Chamber, this community 
goes above and beyond to welcome airmen and support their families.
  Whether it is raising funds to send airmen home for the holidays or 
educating the Nation on nuclear deterrence, Minot leads with pride and 
purpose. Their motto sums it up best: Only the Best Come North.
  Again, congratulations to the city of Minot on this well-earned 
recognition, and thanks to this amazing community for standing behind 
our military every day.

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