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From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
HONORING THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BATTLE OF IWO JIMA
The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from
Indiana (Mr. Pence) for 5 minutes.
Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 75th anniversary of
the battle for Iwo Jima. I had the privilege of joining Senator Young
at a ceremony last week in Indianapolis to commemorate this fateful
battle that led to the allied victory in World War II.
With us at the Indiana War Memorial was Wayne Saucerman, a World War
II marine veteran of Iwo Jima and a true American hero.
Seventy-five years ago Wayne found himself thousands of miles away
from home in the midst of a fierce 5-week battle that would help change
the course of the war and history itself.
To Wayne and to other patriots who fight for the freedom and liberty
we hold so dear, thank you for your service.
Next month I will have the honor of returning to the island as part
of a congressional delegation invited to participate in the 75th
Reunion of Honor on Iwo Jima. We will be joined by the commandant of
the Marine Corps and dignitaries from Japan to renew this commitment by
remembering and honoring those who fought 75 years ago.
Trump Administration Puts Farmers First
Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commend President Trump's
leadership on the Waters of the United States issue and support his
repeal of the burdensome Obama-era regulation.
As a result of this decision, our farmers can worry less about
government overreach on their own property and instead focus on
building and growing their farms and small businesses. We finally have
an administration that puts our farmers first, and for Hoosiers in my
district, that is a big deal.
I pledge my commitment to farmers and families in my district to
continue working with the Trump administration on this very critical
issue.
Recognizing Ahaus Tool and Engineering
Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Ahaus Tool and
Engineering in Richmond, Indiana for their effective apprenticeship
program.
While recently visiting Ahaus, their leadership told me about their
nationally accredited apprenticeship program, which has been helping
Hoosiers for over 30 years.
Ahaus offers a full-time job while their employees attend school to
gain hands-on learning experience with peers in the company.
I wish Ahaus continued success and I thank them for their investment
in the community of Richmond.
Recognizing the Good Samaritan Food Pantry
Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Good Samaritan
Food Pantry of North Vernon and its wonderful manager, Ginger Miller.
The Good Samaritan Food Pantry served over 29,000 Jennings County
residents last year, including 1,000 veterans. The Good Samaritan Food
Pantry is run by an all-volunteer staff and runs completely on
donations.
Not only does this organization help feed those in need, but it also
provides clothing and household items for families in need.
God bless those that help the Good Samaritan Food Pantry run, and God
bless all the volunteers involved.
Congratulating Silas Allred
Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Silas Allred of
Shenandoah High School for winning the 195-pound weight class Indiana
Wrestling State Title.
This is Silas' second straight wrestling State title, and he joined
an elite group of only one of five Indiana high school wrestlers in
history to win the title by pin.
Silas is ranked fourth in the Nation for his weight class and
qualified for Team U.S.A. to compete at the Pan Am Cadet Games.
I congratulate Silas and wish him the best of luck in his future.
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