May 23, 2019 - Issue: Vol. 165, No. 87 — Daily Edition116th Congress (2019 - 2020) - 1st Session

[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E659]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 RECOGNIZING JIM SARGENT OF GREAT FALLS

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                          HON. GREG GIANFORTE

                               of montana

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 23, 2019

  Mr. GIANFORTE. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Jim Sargent of 
Great Falls, a strong, reliable advocate for Montana's agricultural and 
veterans organizations as well as Montana Special Olympics. As a media 
and public relations professional, Sarge has volunteered countless 
hours to promote outreach and fundraising efforts for these and other 
civic groups.
   ``Sarge,'' as he is known to his friends and radio listeners, grew 
up on a farm near Chester, in northcentral Montana. He began his media 
career 28 years ago covering agriculture news and sporting events. 
Sarge says the strength of Montana's close-knit communities grounds his 
connection to ag and civic organizations.
   In his service to Montana's agricultural organizations, Sarge is 
closely involved with the Montana FFA Association and Montana 4-H, 
helping promote and host events for both groups. He also helped launch 
the Electric City FFA chapter. Both organizations have recognized Sarge 
with distinguished service awards.
   ``Jim has always jumped in with both feet where ever we needed 
him,'' said Jim Rose, state advisor for Montana FFA. ``He's invaluable 
as a promoter, but I think his biggest contribution is in the support 
and encouragement he gives our youth. He helps them gain confidence in 
their abilities and develop their leadership skills.''
   A member of the Montana Farm Bureau Federation, Sarge served as 
membership director, and he served as vice president of the Cascade 
County Farm Bureau.
   For the past five years, Sarge has helped promote and host the Stand 
Down in Great Falls. The event is a benefits fair for Montana veterans 
and active-duty members of the military. Organizations at the event 
provide services, including clothing, health care services, and other 
resources and benefits.
   Sarge also contributes his time and talents to Montana Special 
Olympics. A past president of the Great Falls chapter, Sarge regularly 
hosts events and fundraisers for the organization. Jim and Sue, his 
wife of 35 years, also sponsor the Exceptional Rodeo for the group. In 
2018, the organization recognized Jim as its Media Personality of the 
Year.
   Madam Speaker, for selflessly dedicating his time and talents to 
Montana's civic organizations, from our agricultural and veterans 
groups to Montana Special Olympics, I recognize Jim Sargent for his 
spirit of Montana.

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