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Mr. CLINE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Gene Copenhaver of southwest Virginia on his selection as president of the National Cattlemen's Beef Association, the Nation's oldest and largest cattle producer organization.
to the 1850s, Gene has devoted his life to agriculture, service, and leadership. He is the first Virginian in the association's 128-year history to serve as its president, assuming this role on February 5.
Copenhaver represents producers nationwide, including cattlemen and women here in Virginia's Sixth Congressional District.
operation with a 38-year career as an agricultural loan officer, serving cattle producers across five East Coast States. He has held numerous leadership roles within NCBA and is past president of the Virginia Cattlemen's Association.
grassroots engagement and local cattlemen's organizations, believing that strong agriculture begins at the community level.
him for his leadership in strengthening American agriculture and our Nation's food security.
Honoring National Police Week
Mr. CLINE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of Police Week to pay tribute to the heroes who protect and serve our communities every day. Our Nation and our streets are safer because police officers put themselves in harm's way in the service of others. Their courage, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to duty are the foundation of safe neighborhoods, strong communities, and the rule of law.
This week, we recognize the men and women who have made the ultimate
sacrifice and lost their lives in the line of duty. We honor their memory, and we stand with the families they left behind whose own sacrifices are immeasurable. Their loved ones answered the call to serve, and we owe them a debt that can never fully be paid.
with courage and dedication, knowing each day that their calling is the safety and protection of others. In the Sixth District and across the Commonwealth, our officers exemplify that spirit of service.
resilience, commitment, and steadfast dedication of those who wear the badge.
Recognizing Pam Simmons' Retirement
Mr. CLINE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Ms. Pam Simmons for her well-deserved retirement as director of the Rockingham-Harrisonburg Alcohol Safety Action Program, or ASAP, where she served for 38 years.
education and prevention. During her tenure, she strengthened partnerships with law enforcement, providing training and donating equipment, such as Alco-Sensors, funded entirely through ASAP fees, not through taxpayer dollars.
community coalition and established ASAP as a field placement site for psychology and health science students, helping prepare the next generation of professionals.
president of Harrisonburg's First Night, a well-loved, family-centered, and alcohol-free New Year's Eve celebration.
Mr. Speaker, Pam Simmons is an unsung hero whose career was devoted to making our communities safer, and her services undoubtedly saved lives and strengthened the Shenandoah Valley. I thank her and wish her the very best in her next chapter of life.
Recognizing Mount Jackson's Bicentennial
Mr. CLINE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the continued celebration of the town of Mount Jackson's bicentennial, as this historic Shenandoah Valley community marks 200 years since its incorporation in 1826. This milestone is not just about celebrating the passage of time, but the incredible story of a town that transformed and refuses to stand still.
building for the future. The historic 1939 Triplett School has been beautifully reimagined as the Shenandoah County Community Center, now a vibrant 30,000-square-foot hub for residents.
its own massive renovation that will once again make it a centerpiece of community life.
powered by its people and businesses: Holtzman Oil and Propane, Route 11 Potato Chips, and Bowman Andros Products, each contributing to the local economy and carrying Mount Jackson's name across the globe.
next 200 years, and it is time to make them historic. Let us all recognize the town of Mount Jackson as a shining example of Virginia's spirit—a town that honors its heritage and investments in its future.