John Joyce

Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania

Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, nearly 100 days after being appointed as the Biden administration border czar, Vice President Harris finally visited the southern border at the end of last week. It was 800 miles away from the crux of the problem, but I suppose it is a start. Clearly, the Biden-Harris administration knows that it is facing a border crisis. To them, it is a PR crisis. To the American people, the Biden border crisis is so real. As I have said time and time again, the illicit fentanyl that is made in China or elsewhere crosses the porous southern border and winds up on our streets in Pennsylvania. It spurs addiction; it tears apart families; it destroys the workforce; and worst of all, it is killing friends and neighbors. Last month alone, U.S. Customs and Border Protection intercepted more than 900 pounds of fentanyl. In fact, border agents have seized more fentanyl at the border so far this year than in all of last year. As my friend and Franklin County Coroner Jeff Conner just recently told me, fentanyl is easy to get and fast to kill. This is true in Pennsylvania, and this is true across our country. Can you imagine what 900 pounds of fentanyl means for American communities, what it means to American families? The chaos on the southern border is absolutely a crisis for first responders, law enforcement, healthcare providers, and community leaders on the front lines of the drug epidemic in our communities. Every day, I hear from Pennsylvanians who have experienced the ramifications of this crisis firsthand. For them, this is a stark reality. Vice President Harris says that the Biden administration is making progress on this crisis. If that is the case, what is the President's definition of progress? Does the President believe that his administration is making progress on the Biden economic crisis, as inflation spirals out of control and hardworking families bear that cost? Does the President believe that his administration is making progress on the Biden crime crisis, as violent crimes skyrocket in cities across the country and our brave law enforcement officers face unprecedented opposition? If this is President Biden's idea of progress, we must demand better. Once again, I stand ready to work with the President and my colleagues on commonsense reforms to restore law and order and end the administration's border crisis. We must demand real progress. Lives are depending on our work. All of America is depending on our work.

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Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes the gentleman from Minnesota (Mr. Stauber).

Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I have no further speakers, and I yield myself the balance of my time. Mr. Speaker, this is just the tip of the iceberg. EPA will use the resolution to clear the way for other sources without formally establishing that a pollutant significantly contributes to harmful air pollution as a predicate for new regulations. Manufacturing, paper, plastics, metals, and virtually every other industry in America certainly could be next. We must not allow overregulation to crush the energy jobs that America wants and America needs. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time.

Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from Texas (Mr. Pfluger).

Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from Texas (Mr. Arrington).

Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentleman for yielding. Mr. Speaker, this partisan resolution is unnecessary for a number of reasons. At its core, this is a solution that is looking for a problem. The oil industry already is voluntarily reducing methane emissions and the United States has led the world in reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the last two decades. Innovation is the ultimate answer to cutting emissions. We cannot afford to stifle advancement. As a Nation, we cannot regulate our way to a cleaner environment. Most importantly, new methane regulations are duplicative of existing Federal and State regulations under the Clean Air Act for volatile organic compounds known as VOCs. The EPA determined in an earlier rulemaking that ``rescinding the methane limits will not actually change the amount of methane emissions reductions.'' This resolution is not about methane emissions or climate change. The truth is that we already regulate methane. The EPA and the States have strong standards in place for volatile organic compounds and methane. The existing standards and the pollution control equipment installed at oil and gas facilities help to manage both methane and VOCs because they are both produced from the same source and have a similar chemistry and behavior. The real intent of this misguided resolution is simple--the oil and gas sector is just the tip of the iceberg--the purpose is to give the EPA authority to use Section 111 of the Clean Air Act to regulate every other sector of our economy. Congress must continue to embrace the bottom-up innovation that will result in leaps in efficiency far greater than any mandate, instead of expensive overregulation that will take money out of working Americans' pockets. As a Nation, we can do better. As a Congress, we must do better. Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join me in voting ``no'' on this resolution.

Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the gentlewoman from New Mexico (Ms. Herrell).

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Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, my commitment to life is rooted in the unequivocal truth that every person is created in the image and likeness of God. As a father and a grandfather, I can tell you that there is no greater gift than new life. As a doctor, I can tell you that science confirms what we have known for centuries. Every unborn child is a person deserving of fundamental rights. During the span of my own medical career, I have witnessed remarkable innovation. With today's technology, there can be no doubt that a child in the womb is a living person. Despite this evidence, Democrats are mounting unprecedented attacks on pro-life protections. First, President Biden repealed the Mexico City policy. Then House Democrats blocked the Born Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act. Now they are attempting to repeal the Hyde amendment, which bans Federal funds from being used to pay for abortion services. Since 1976, this key protection has been attached to all legislation passed in Congress, preventing American taxpayers from funding abortion against their will. It is wholly reprehensible to require pro-life Americans to pay for abortion against their conscience. As Congress considers appropriations legislation, I urge my colleagues to dispense with their attack on the longstanding Hyde amendment. To uphold the dignity of human life, we must preserve this protection. It is simple: The Hyde amendment saves lives. Despite the challenges ahead, we must persevere in this fight. As we read in Romans 12: ``Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.'' Our enduring commitment to protect image-bearers and defend the sanctity of human life will prevail.

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Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, more than a year into the COVID-19 pandemic, I rise once again to bring attention to the Chinese Communist Party's role in this public health and economic crisis and to call for a full congressional investigation into the origin of the virus. Day after day, we learn more facts and evidence that confirm what we have expected from the beginning: The Chinese Communist Party intentionally covered up the COVID-19 outbreak, squandering valuable time, creating dangerous misinformation, and, ultimately, costing lives. Over a year ago, the China Task Force began raising real questions about the origin of the virus. At that time, the mainstream media and others dismissed our concerns. Despite their objections, we continued in our efforts to expose this coverup. Now, after lives and livelihoods have been destroyed, President Biden and the Democrats finally are asking questions about this virus. They finally are waking up to reality. Not only did this pandemic start in China, but the World Health Organization acted as a willing pawn of the Chinese Government to cover up this virus and hide it from the world. After taking office, one of President Biden's first actions was rejoining the World Health Organization at taxpayer expense, without requiring a single reform to its corrupt culture. Time and time again, President Biden has failed to hold the Chinese Communist Party accountable. Now, this Congress must act. Last year, the China Task Force developed more than 400 commonsense solutions to counter the Chinese Communist Party's threat to our health, our economy, and our way of life. We could start by implementing these legislative solutions and restoring America's leadership in 21st century innovation. As a Congress, we also should build upon the China Task Force's investigation into the COVID-19 pandemic origin, including whether the virus was engineered at the Wuhan lab. Why delay? How many more Americans will need to be infected before we say ``enough''? As my friend, Leader Kevin McCarthy has outlined, we need to demand transparency, and we must seek justice. We need to get to the bottom of this question and allow the truth to come to light. Thanks to American ingenuity, resilience, and perseverance, our Nation has embarked on the long path to recovery. However, while new virus cases are on the decline, the pandemic isn't over. For the families of more than 600,000 Americans who have died from COVID-19, grief still lingers. For the thousands of Americans struggling with post-COVID syndrome, the virus remains a central part of their lives each and every day. For small business leaders struggling to keep their doors open amid the current workforce shortage, there is still a crisis. Holding China accountable for the pandemic is still very relevant. We cannot drag our feet. We cannot just move on. This is the time for Congress to get serious about our oversight responsibilities and fully investigate the origin of the COVID-19 pandemic. Today, I urge Speaker Pelosi and House Democrats to join with Republicans in exposing this regime's blame in the pandemic and demanding answers from the Chinese Communist Party. We must ensure that this hostile regime never again is allowed to unleash a virus onto our shores. As we have seen, lives and livelihoods are on the line.

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Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, under the leadership of the Biden administration, Americans are facing escalating challenges to our economy, to our national security and, ultimately, to our way of life. As we have heard many times, our Nation continues to jump from crisis to crisis. On this floor, I have often raised concerns about the border crisis, and it continues to spiral out of control as we record an increasing number of migrants crossing the southern border, along with gang violence, human trafficking, and deadly illicit drugs. Border agents seized over 900 pounds of fentanyl at our southern border last month alone. Today, we are witnessing an escalating crisis and, unlike our Vice President, the American people aren't laughing. More than 80 days ago, President Biden tasked Vice President Harris with addressing the border crisis. Months later, she has yet to visit the border and witness the devastation firsthand. How many days will it take? One hundred? Two hundred? A year? If Vice President Harris needs encouragement to get to the southwest border, then Congress can provide an incentive. I am proud to support Congresswoman Ashley Hinson's See the Crisis Act, which would defund Vice President Harris' international travel until she visits America's southwest border. It is simple. If the Vice President wants to go to Europe, then she must go to the border first. This is no laughing matter. At home in Pennsylvania, the border crisis is a matter of life and death. Lives are depending on border security. The truth is clear: We can't afford the Biden border crisis. We can't afford the Biden economic crisis. We can't afford the Biden national security crisis. And we can't afford the Biden energy crisis. This pattern is rooted in the Biden administration's broken policies. Under President Biden's watch, we are a nation in crisis. The American people are paying attention, and they are counting on us to stop this alarming trend and restore our Nation's path to recovery.

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Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and celebrate a truly essential industry at home in Pennsylvania and around our country. Dairy farmers go to work every day of the year to produce safe and healthy food for all American people. Despite mounting regulations and obstacles, these hardworking men and women continue to persevere. Dairy products, including nutrient-rich whole milk, are good for our kids and good for our families, and they are essential for our region's economy. I have the distinct privilege of representing nearly 20 percent of Pennsylvania's dairy farms, which are home to more than a quarter of our Commonwealth's dairy cows. This robust industry is a key part of our local community and our economy. It is truly my privilege to stand up for dairy farmers and to serve as their voice here in Congress as we seek to eliminate barriers to the dairy industry's success. As we mark National Dairy Month, I thank dairy farmers in Pennsylvania and across the country for their steadfast dedication to our communities and to American families.

Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with great concern for our Nation's current economic trajectory. Inflation is spiraling out of control, unemployment numbers continue to disappoint, and millions of small businesses are unable to fill job openings. This pattern is increasingly alarming; and for anyone who is paying attention, it is not a surprise. The Biden administration's plan to throw money at problems is failing the American people. This so-called rescue plan is stunting our economic recovery and impeding our Nation's comeback from the COVID-19 pandemic. As President Biden makes even more plans to squander our taxpayer dollars, prices are skyrocketing. American families are experiencing this firsthand. As they see every day, the staggering 5 percent increase in inflation is affecting nearly everything, including essentials. Together, food and energy prices have increased nearly 4 percent. And with the current cost of materials, not even the kitchen sink is safe. At home in Pennsylvania, no one is shocked that gas is more than 50 percent more expensive today than a year ago. Our Commonwealth already has one of the highest gas taxes in the Nation, burdening workers and families alike. We cannot afford to keep paying more at the pump. For hardworking families in Pennsylvania and around the country, the cost of inflation is real. It is real at the grocery store. It is real at the gas pump. It is real at the hardware store and at the local diner. It is real for every Pennsylvanian every day of the week. As a nation, we cannot ignore the sound and source of this alarming trend. This is rooted in President Biden's and the Democrats' broken economic agenda. From higher taxes and fewer jobs, to more regulations and burdens on American industries, their plan is not working. Day after day, we see more evidence of this. Just last week, the developers of the Keystone pipeline stopped this project after the Biden administration effectively eliminated its opportunity to succeed. Not only will this decision hinder America's energy independence and security, it is also killing family-sustaining jobs for American workers. The Biden administration already killed the pipeline. What will be next? As inflation rises, the unemployment rate remains disappointingly high and our work force is suffering. This should be a major warning to all of us that we must stop this trend now. We cannot afford to stay entrenched in President Biden's 1970s-era economic crisis. We must advance pro-work, pro-growth solutions that will jump-start America's recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, and it starts with getting Americans back to work, supporting our small businesses, and strengthening the workforce. It also requires ending the current administration's infatuation with Big Government intervention. The American people don't want more of the same. We simply cannot afford more of it. This is a time to invest in American workers, to promote the dignity of hard work, and restore our Nation to the path of recovery. National Dairy Month

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Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Joseph Johns (Schantz) upon his posthumous induction into the Greater Johnstown/Cambria County Business Hall of Fame, which recognizes leaders who have contributed to the area's economic development and community enrichment. A farmer by trade, Johns is considered to be the preeminent urban planner of the Greater Johnstown area. Johns first purchased property in what is now Berlin, Somerset County. In 1793, he bought the Campbell tract, which includes much of modern-day Johnstown. Johns was truly the mastermind behind the settlement and development of Johnstown. Today, his beloved ``Conemaugh Old Town'' proudly bears his name. For centuries, Johnstown, Pennsylvania, has been forged and sustained by the American values of hard work, perseverance, service, and patriotism. This region's continued success is a testament to the vision of Joseph Johns and the leaders who have come before us. In Congress, it is my privilege to represent Johnstown and its citizens as we seek to secure an even brighter tomorrow for this region. On behalf of Pennsylvania's 13th Congressional District, it is my privilege to honor Joseph Johns (Schantz) as the founder of Johnstown and a visionary leader in our community. This recognition by the Cambria Regional Chamber and Junior Achievement of Western PA is a well-deserved honor and will continue to promote his remarkable legacy.

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Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Murphy Montler upon his posthumous induction into the Greater Johnstown/Cambria County Business Hall of Fame, which recognizes leaders who have contributed to the area's economic development and community enrichment. Born in Ashville and raised in Altoona, Mr. Montler was rooted in our region. He graduated from St. Francis University and began his 41-year career with FirstEnergy as a coal handler. Mr. Montler was quickly promoted and later retired as an executive in the government affairs office for Ohio and West Virginia. He was deeply involved in our community, and his love of the Greater Johnstown area was evident throughout his service. During his time in our region, Mr. Montler served on a number of community boards, including the Cambria Regional Chamber, Junior Achievement, JARI, United Way of Laurel Highlands, Johnstown Regional Partnership, Somerset County Economic Development Council, Enterprise Venture Capital Corp of PA, Johnstown Free Medical Clinic, Victim Services, Johnstown Symphony Orchestra, and Johnstown Area Heritage Association. Mr. Montler also served on the 1st Summit Bank Regional Advisory Board, the Johnstown Industrial Development Corporation Review Committee, the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies Advisory Board, and the Indiana Chamber of Commerce CEO Committee. He was a member of the Rotary Club, and previously served as Cambria County Business Hall of Fame chairman. On behalf of Pennsylvania's 13th Congressional District, it is my privilege to honor Murphy Montler for his contributions to our region. This recognition by the Cambria Regional Chamber and Junior Achievement of Western PA is a well-deserved honor, and I extend my sincere congratulations to Mr. Montler's family and loved ones.

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Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Dominic Bellvia on his induction into the Greater Johnstown/Cambria County Business Hall of Fame, which recognizes leaders for their outstanding contributions to our economic development and community enrichment. Mr. Bellvia has dedicated his career of over 60 years to serving his neighbors and our region. After founding Mainline Sanitation Company in 1964 and developing Laurel Highlands Landfill with partner Banks Wright, he led a number of business ventures--including Portage Slag & Cinder, Dial Beer, A.B. Bell Rentals, Inc., and Oak Grove Village Mobile Home Park. These small businesses have provided services to Pennsylvanians and created family-sustaining jobs throughout our community. Throughout his career, Mr. Bellvia has served on local boards including the Tri-County Water Authority board and 1st Summit Bank. His dedication to the Cambria County community is evident in his work to grow and sustain our local economy. On behalf of Pennsylvania's 13th Congressional District, it is my privilege to recognize Dominic Bellvia for his outstanding commitment to our community and to congratulate him on this honor. Mr. Bellvia's work and dedication have made an incredible impact on the Johnstown community, and I wish him and his family continued success and happiness in the chapters to come.

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Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize and thank the Mapleton Fire Department in Huntingdon County for its 100 years of service to our community. Organized on May 13, 1921, the original fire company was comprised of 36 volunteers. Since then, the Mapleton Volunteer Fire Department and its iconic green fire trucks have been a staple in the Huntingdon County community. Firefighters' commitment and service to our community are invaluable. Volunteer firefighters often are called on to respond to calls ranging from structure fires to medical emergencies. These brave men and women show their commitment to our community through their diverse and often- difficult work. For the past century, volunteer firefighters in Mapleton have worked tirelessly to protect life and property. As they mark this incredible achievement, I am grateful to the Mapleton firefighters for their steadfast service to our community and I wish them continued safety and success.

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Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Samuel Worley as he celebrates his 100th birthday on June 13, 2021. For nearly a century, Sam has dedicated his life to public service. It is my privilege to recognize his life and achievements ahead of this milestone. Born near Fannettsburg, Pennsylvania, Sam Worley proudly served as a member of the U.S. Army 8th Air Corps. During World War II, he worked in intelligence while stationed in England. Upon returning home, Sam Worley married his wife, June, and they raised two children, In Franklin County, Sam continued to serve our community. During his career in banking, Sam also was an active volunteer with the YMCA, Kiwanis Club, American Legion, Masonic fraternity, and the Chambersburg Borough Council. Sam was elected to serve as Franklin County Commissioner from 1988 to 1996, and then continued to serve our community as the Mayor of Chambersburg for eight years. As he marks this great milestone, I am grateful to Sam Worley for his continued dedication to our Nation and to Franklin County. On behalf of the 13th District of Pennsylvania, it is my privilege to honor Sam for his many contributions and wish him continued health and happiness.

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Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Janyce Collier for her work as the Director of the Franklin County Career and Technology Center Practical Nursing Program. For the past 14 years, Janyce has selflessly served the people of Franklin County by ensuring quality education for the nurses and technicians that staff our hospitals and treat our patients. Her extensive career experience includes her dedicated work as a medical surgical nurse, time spent treating patients in the Intensive Care Unit, as well as work with home health care. Before coming to Franklin County, Janyce Collier served our nation with the United States Army Nurse Corp from 1980 to 1995. During her service, she was deployed to Nurnberg, Germany, and later served with the Army Reserves in the 99th Combat Support Hospital located in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Previously, Janyce received her pre- clinical nursing accreditation at California State University- Sacramento, and then earned her BSN in Nursing from the University of Portland. She furthered her education with a master's degree from the Oklahoma City University, and a MSN in Nursing Education from Saint Joseph's College of Maine, as well as a Vocational II Certificate from Penn State. Janyce Collier's dedication to teaching the next generation of nurses is truly remarkable. I am incredibly grateful for her service to our Nation and to our community. On behalf of Pennsylvania's 13th Congressional District, I thank her for her years of service and wish her every continued success as she begins a new chapter.

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Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I rise today to thank Lieutenant Colonel Dennis K. Williams II for this extraordinary command of the Letterkenny Munitions Center at Letterkenny Army Depot from June 6, 2019 to June 10, 2021. LTC Dennis K. Williams II is a native of Grants Pass, Oregon. He enlisted in the Army in 1991, and received his commission as a Second Lieutenant in 2001. He graduated from the University of Maryland with a Bachelor of Arts in history and earned a graduate degree in management. Prior to serving as commander of Letterkenny Munitions Center, LTC Dennis K. Williams II was the Director of the Virtual Experimentation Team in the U.S. Army Futures Command Sustainment Battle Lab in Fort Lee Virginia. His previous assignments includes serving as the Brigade Combat Team S4 Trainer, Brigade Support Battalion Executive Officer and later Support Operations Officer Trainer at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California; Battalion Executive Officer, 10th Sustainment Brigade, Fort Drum, New York; Deputy Division 04, 10th Mountain Division, Fort Drum, New York; Deputy CJ-4, CJTF-10, Bagram, Afghanistan; Division Maintenance Officer, 2nd Infantry Division, Korea; Brigade S3, 171st Infantry Brigade, Fort Jackson, South Carolina; Battalion Executive Officer, 187th Ordnance Battalion, Fort Jackson, South Carolina; Company Commander, B. Co, 187th Ordnance Battalion, Fort Jackson, South Carolina; Bomb Disposal Advisor Military Transition Team, 2nd Iraqi Army, Mosul, Iraq; Depot and Ammunition Supply Point Officer-in-Charge, 83rd Ordnance Battalion, Okinawa, Japan. He was deployed to Somalia and Haiti in 1994. In 2008, LTC Dennis K. Williams II was deployed to Mosul, Iraq; and to Bagram, Afghanistan, in 2014. LTC Dennis K. Williams II received a Bronze Star (1 Oak Leaf Cluster), Meritorious Service Medal (4 Oak Leaf Clusters) Army Commendation Medal (Valor Device), Army Commendation Medal (4 Oak Leaf Clusters), National Defense Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, North Atlantic Treaty Organization Medal, and Combat Action Badge. I am grateful for LTC Dennis K. Williams Il's service to protect our Nation and defend democracy. On behalf of Pennsylvania 13th Congressional District, I thank LTC Williams for his leadership at Letterkenny Munitions Center and I wish him every continued success in the chapters to come.

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Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Ward Transport & Logistics for its longstanding dedication to our central Pennsylvania community as it celebrates 90 years of service. For decades, this nationally recognized trucking company has been instrumental in supplying and sustaining our local economy. Since W. W. Ward founded the company in 1931, Ward Transport & Logistics has grown substantially and now operates 20 locations across the northeastern United States. This success is testament to the hard work and dedication of the Ward family. Ninety years later, Ward Transport & Logistics is now led by the fourth generation of the Ward family and it employs more than 1,400 workers in Pennsylvania and beyond. As the company has expanded, its community outreach also has grown. Ward Hearts & Hands is a volunteer program overseen by employees with a heart for service. Their work to support critical community projects includes setting up charity events, serving meals and partnering with local food banks, delivering supplies to elderly members of the Blair County community, and fostering a children's mentoring program to grow the next generation of talent in our community. Throughout their work to provide essential services, Ward Transport & Logistics has gone above and beyond in support of the Blair County community. As the Ward family and their entire team celebrate 90 years of service, I congratulate Ward Transport & Logistics on this outstanding legacy and wish them continued success.

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Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor my District Manager Patrick G. Himes, Sr., for his service to Pennsylvania's 13th Congressional District. An Altoona native, Pat has worked alongside me since the beginning of my service in Congress. During his tenure, Pat has been an integral member of my team as he worked with Pennsylvanians on the ground and led our district operations. Under his leadership, our team has delivered substantial results for the people of Pennsylvania--from leading outreach to constituents and supporting our local communities to cutting through red tape with federal agencies. During the uncertain days of 2020, Pat ensured that our district team continued to safely provide uninterrupted services. Every day, Pat's work is marked by his commitment and dedication to the people of Pennsylvania's 13th Congressional District. Pat has spent a lifetime in service to our community. Before joining my office, Pat served as a law enforcement officer in Blair County for 27 years, including as Blair County Parole Officer, Altoona Police Officer, and Altoona School District Police Officer. He attended Bishop Guilfoyle High School and holds a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from the University of Dayton. It is my privilege to recognize Patrick G. Himes, Sr., for his outstanding service to our region, and to thank him for his tireless work. I wish Pat and his family all the best as they embark on a new chapter.

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Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Cori Seilhamer for her dedication and drive to establish and lead the Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) in Franklin County. Her work to train Law Enforcement Officers and members of the community to respond to mental health emergencies has made our community safer. The Crisis Intervention Team's success has led to the development and implementation of the CoResponder/Community Liaison program, which pairs mental health professionals with Law Enforcement Officers and their agencies to respond directly to mental health emergencies. As of April 2021, there have been 1,150 unique individuals who have been referred for mental health treatment and services as a result of the team's lifesaving work. The two co-responders and their law enforcement partners have been able to divert numerous arrests and court sanctions during the tenure of the co-responders. The team has linked numerous individuals with community resources and support which have helped to reduce recidivism and the need for contact with law enforcement. The South-Central Pennsylvania CIT team has trained 225 individuals with experience ranging from law enforcement and emergency medicine to community organizers, mental health professionals, and veterans affairs employees. Cori Seilhamer's extensive experience and guidance has paved the way for other agencies and counties to start their own Crisis Intervention Teams as a response to her outstanding successes in Franklin County. Cori's commitment and selfless service to our community has had a phenomenal impact for the residents of Franklin County. On behalf of the 13th District of Pennsylvania, I thank her for her service to our community and wish her every continued success.

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Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Debby Cunningham as she becomes the newest Executive Director of Greencastle-Antrim Chamber of Commerce. As a native of Greencastle, Debby is returning to the community to lead the Chamber of Commerce, support small businesses, and help revitalize our local economy. A graduate of the Hagerstown Business College, Debby served as the business manager at the University of Maryland Extension. In this role, she managed the fiscal and human relations processes that kept the institution running smoothly across Maryland, while also supporting community relations. Debby Cunningham's experience and passion for public service will be incredible assets as she leads the Greencastle-Antrim Chamber of Commerce. It is my honor to congratulate Debby on this new role, and I look forward to our continued work together to serve the people of Franklin County.

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Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Gary and Marie Kline as they celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Saturday, June 5, 2021. Gary is a native and lifelong resident of Chambersburg, and Marie moved to the area from Edison, New Jersey. They met during a football game at Chambersburg Area High School. Mr. and Mrs. Kline were married on June 5, 1971, at Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Chambersburg by Father Clemmons. Together they raised a beautiful family, welcoming a son, Gary, and daughter in-law, Jessica. For decades, they have worked together to serve the Chambersburg community and are active members of the Corpus Christi Church. Gary is a Fourth Degree Member of the Chambersburg Knights of Columbus Council 1426, where he served as Grand Knight from 2000 to 2002. Marie's community involvement extends from her volunteer work with the local Red Cross organizing blood drives across the region and to her service to local children at the Fourth Street Nursery School. Gary and Marie Kline have shared a wonderful 50 years of marriage. Their enduring commitment to one another has held them together for better and for worse, and their strong and lasting marriage is one of life's greatest blessings. As Mr. and Mrs. Kline celebrate this remarkable achievement, I wish them every continued health and happiness in the years to come.

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Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Firefighter Dave Lauver for his 45 years of service with the Meyersdale Volunteer Fire Department in Somerset County, Pennsylvania. Firefighters' commitment and service to our community are invaluable. Volunteer firefighters often are called on to respond to emergencies of all types. From battling structure fires to conducting search and rescue operations, volunteer firefighters respond immediately whenever disaster strikes. These heroes often go above and beyond--they teach first aid, educate students about fire and other dangerous hazards, and even install car safety seats for children. Through their diverse and often-difficult work, volunteer firefighters provide lifesaving services and are a staple of our local community. Firefighter Lauver has worked throughout his career to serve the people of Somerset County. On behalf of Pennsylvania's 13th Congressional District, I thank him for his work to protect life and property in our community and wish him continued health, safety, and success.