Max Miller

Mr. MILLER of Ohio

Mr. MILLER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, you do not need a traditional 4-year degree to become a millionaire. In Ohio's Seventh District, we have some of the best career centers in the Nation, placing students in high-paying jobs right out of high school. Mr. Speaker, I rise to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Medina County Career Center in Medina, Ohio, right in our district. The center opened in 1974 as the Medina County Joint Vocational School before changing its name to what it is today. The career center is a partnership with six public school districts in northeast Ohio and offers advanced career and technical education for approximately 1,200 high school students and nearly 3,000 adult students. Additionally, the center offers secondary career development resources and student internship opportunities, preparing students to enter or to reenter the workforce. I commend the Medina County Career Center and express my gratitude for the center's role in producing future leaders from Ohio's Seventh Congressional District.

Mr. MILLER of Ohio

Mr. MILLER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, had I been present, I would have voted YEA on Roll Call No. 77.

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Mr. MILLER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support of H.R. 1534, the Innovative Mitigation Partnerships for Asphalt and Concrete Technologies Act, or more simply known as the IMPACT Act, which is a lot easier to say. I introduced this bill with my Science Committee colleague Mrs. Foushee because we understand that the production of cement, concrete, and asphalt play a fundamental role in supporting United States infrastructure, national defense, and economic security. The cement and concrete industry contributes over $130 billion to the United States economy and employs over 577,000 people. In Ohio alone, this industry has an economic contribution of $4.6 billion to the State. It is no secret that the processes behind these products are extremely difficult to decarbonize and that American cement and concrete manufacturers must compete in a market that increasingly values lower carbon products. The leading companies and associations of this industry have committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 and have made impressive progress thus far, reducing their carbon footprint by 21 percent since 2014. However, more progress can be made. With projected demand for cement expected to increase 12 percent by 2050, utilizing the best scientific resources of the Federal Government will help manufacturers further reduce emissions of the products essential to our economy and civilization. The IMPACT Act will support those resources while strengthening and enhancing the competitiveness of American manufacturing through advanced technologies that can be exported around the globe. We all want to see cement, concrete, and asphalt production continue to rise and help grow our country. That is critical to our economic well-being. We all want to see this growth go hand in hand with environmental stewardship, leaving our air and water just as pristine for the next generation. The IMPACT Act builds on previous industrial decarbonization efforts by focusing specifically on cement, concrete, and asphalt. It enables industry and the Department of Energy to work collaboratively on fundamental research that will enhance existing production methods and unlock new, innovative techniques. This will ensure that the world- class tools and technologies at DOE are being used by the very taxpayers who funded them. It also enables DOE, in consultation with other Federal agencies, to offer technical assistance to entities seeking to promote the commercial application of low-emission cement, concrete, and asphalt. This ensures that industry can continue their cutting-edge research unencumbered, but if they do hit a roadblock, there are subject matter experts available to assist them. This bill is the perfect example of how the Federal Government can advance tangible environmental goals for construction material production without sacrificing material performance or, more importantly, economic growth that benefits every single citizen throughout our country. I thank the gentlewoman from North Carolina (Mrs. Foushee) for cosponsoring this bill and working in a bipartisan fashion to get it here today. I urge all my colleagues to support this bill.

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Mr. MILLER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commend President Trump for his position that the United States Steel Corporation must remain an American company. Steel is foundational to our Nation's economic and national security. We must maintain a strong domestic steel industry. U.S. Steel was once the largest steel producer in the world, a symbol of our global competitiveness, but over decades, it was weakened by an onslaught of subsidized steel dumped from overseas. Instead of auctioning off critical manufacturing assets to the highest foreign bidder, President Trump is focused on policies to ensure our American steel industry stays resilient. This is not about being anti-Japan or any other nation but about being pro-America and protecting our economic future and national security. We shouldn't sell out our workers or our future to foreign corporations.

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Mr. MILLER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I thank Chairman Smith for yielding. Mr. Speaker, the IRS' DeFi broker rule is a misguided and overreaching attempt to impose financial reporting requirements, which represents a fundamental misunderstanding of digital assets and its underlying technology. DeFi protocols are not brokers. They don't facilitate transactions like traditional financial institutions, nor can they collect and report user information. DeFi protocols provide infrastructure. Expecting them to track and report user activity is both impractical and misaligned with the core function of what they do. Yet, the IRS wants to force software developers, validators, and even everyday users into compliance with regulations that simply don't fit. This is the equivalent of requiring the builders of our interstate highways to report the identity of every driver who uses them. It is unworkable, it is unfair, and it completely misses the mark. This rule would drive U.S. blockchain innovation overseas, killing jobs and stifling economic growth, while doing little to increase tax compliance. Congress should lead in crafting clear, workable regulations that protect consumers, ensuring that innovation isn't stifled and compliance remains practical. Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to vote ``yes'' and do away with this unworkable rule.

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Mr. MILLER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the retirement of Parma Heights Police Department Chief Tanya Czack, who is a very good friend of mine. Chief Czack has dedicated her career to upholding the law, protecting her community, and leading with integrity. With over 35 years of service in law enforcement, Tanya has risen through the ranks, starting as a dispatcher and becoming the first female chief in her department's history. A graduate of Northwestern University's prestigious staff and command program, Chief Czack has not only excelled in her role but has also committed herself to shaping the future of law enforcement. For 17 years she has been an instructor at police academies, preparing the next generation of law enforcement officers to serve with honor, courage, and dedication to justice Our community is made better by people like Chief Czack, and I thank her for her selfless service and wish her a very happy retirement. I will see her Friday.

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Mr. MILLER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, it is very clear that the gentleman from Massachusetts is well out of his depth when it comes to military warfare and how to conduct an operation. I will let that speak for itself. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of this legislation. In November of 2024, the International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant on baseless and reprehensible charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity. These charges are not only morally indefensible, but a blatant bias of justice. Israel does not deliberately target civilians as terrorists harbor them in mosques, churches, in schools, hospitals, and so many more. The Israeli Government has taken unprecedented steps to minimize civilian harm during conflicts, a commitment that is unparalleled by any other nation facing terrorists. The acquisition that Israel uses starvation as a weapon of war is a blatant lie, ignoring the immense humanitarian aid Israel has provided to Gaza despite ongoing attacks. This illegitimate attack on Israel emboldens terrorist organizations like Hamas. Both President Biden and President Trump have rightly condemned these charges, recognizing their destructive implications. This critical legislation, which has previously passed this body with strong bipartisan support sends a clear and unequivocal message: The United States will not tolerate the ICC's abuse of power against our allies or our citizens. Once again, the ICC has no jurisdiction over the United States of America or the people of Israel. They need to call this what it is: anti-Semitism. That is what this is. That is what the ICC is going after, and that is what you are condoning, from the gentleman from Massachusetts, and I see the support on the other side of the aisle with all your colleagues sitting next to you fighting right alongside.

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Mr. MILLER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Cleveland Museum of Natural History ahead of their grand reopening. The Cleveland Museum of Natural History has been teaching people from all over America about the natural world for more than a century, and it has been a global leader in scientific research, science education, and conservation. The museum serves over 300,000 people each year, including 30,000 students. The museum's collection encompasses approximately 5 million specimens, and its Natural Areas Program protects more than 12,000 acres of natural habitats in northeast Ohio. This week's opening of the new 50,000-square-foot expansion of the Cleveland Museum of Natural History will launch a new era for the museum which will share science and the wonders of discovery for generations to come. Mr. Speaker, I congratulate the museum on this momentous occasion, and I look forward to its next century of success.

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Mr. MILLER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Kevin Boyle of Broadview Heights, Ohio. Kevin came to America through adoption from El Salvador after his mom met him there while she did mission work there. Kevin was very sick and had significant disabilities. The Boyles already had another child, Courtney, who herself had disabilities and significant medical needs. With great faith, they pursued adopting Kevin from a country that adopts out less than 10 kids per year. After 4 years of waiting, in 2013, Kevin came home to Cleveland as an 18-pound 9-year-old. Yes, he was 18 pounds at 9 years old. With great American medical care, he very quickly became chubby, silly, and full of life. As an upstanding citizen of northeast Ohio, Kevin exercised his right to vote for the first time in the 2024 Presidential election. Today, I celebrate Kevin for this milestone event. This is an incredible story to be shared around the country. What a victory.

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Mr. MILLER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in remembrance of Stanley Klein, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and entrepreneur. Stanley leaves behind a legacy of love, integrity, and innovation. Born on July 20, 1942, Stanley graduated from Allderdice High School in 1960 and joined the Army. After the Army, Stanley attended Youngstown State College in Ohio and thereafter met his late first wife, Terry. Stanley and his father-in-law, Irving Stern, went into business together and founded Multi-Flow Dispensers of Ohio. Stanley grew Multi- Flow into the dominant soft drink and beverage dispensing business for bars, restaurants, and taverns throughout north and central Ohio. Stanley was married to his wife, Laura, for more than 44 years. He cherished every moment spent with his family, especially his grandchildren, who were the light of his life. Mr. Klein will be dearly missed, but his spirit will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

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Mr. MILLER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in remembrance of Michael Kalinich, Sr., a pillar of Strongsville, Ohio. Mr. Kalinich leaves behind a legacy of service and strength. He will be remembered for his unwavering dedication to his family and community. Born into a family of entrepreneurs, Michael carried on the family business with great pride, bringing it to Strongsville in 1956. This business thrived under his leadership and continues to operate in the city that he loved so deeply. Michael proudly served his country during the Korean war. As a United States Army veteran, bravery and patriotism were hallmarks of his character in every aspect of life. Michael put the ``strong'' in Strongsville. Michael's commitment to his community was without equal. He started the Strongsville Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Dance to benefit graduating high school students looking to pursue higher education. He was also a founding member of the Strongsville City Club and served as chairman of the Strongsville Homecoming. These selfless efforts brought joy and celebration to his neighbors. Mr. Speaker, as we celebrate Michael's life, let us remember the power of community, hard work, and family.

Mr. MILLER of Ohio

Mr. MILLER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support of H.R. 7685, the Innovative Mitigation Partnerships for Asphalt and Concrete Technologies Act, or more simply, the IMPACT Act. I introduced this bill with my Committee on Science, Space, and Technology colleague, Mrs. Foushee, because we understand that the production of cement, concrete, and asphalt plays a fundamental role in supporting United States infrastructure, national defense, and economic security. The cement and concrete industry contributes over $100 billion to the United States economy and employs over 600,000 people. In Ohio alone, this industry accounts for 18,000 cement and concrete industry-related employees with a payroll over $900 million. It is no secret that the processes behind these products are extremely difficult to decarbonize and that American cement and concrete manufacturers must compete in a market that increasingly values lower-carbon products. The leading companies and associations of this industry have committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, and have made impressive progress thus far, reducing its carbon footprint by 21 percent since 2014, but more progress can be made. With projected demand for cement expected to increase 12 percent by 2050, utilizing the best scientific resources of the Federal Government will help manufacturers further reduce emissions of the products essential to our economy and civilization. The IMPACT Act will support these resources while strengthening and enhancing the competitiveness of American manufacturing through advanced technologies that can be exported around the globe. We all want to see cement, concrete, and asphalt production continue to rise and help grow our country. That is critical to our economic well-being. We all want to see this growth go hand in hand with environmental stewardship, leaving our air and water just as pristine for the next generation. The IMPACT Act builds on previous industrial decarbonization efforts by focusing specifically on cement, concrete, and asphalt. It enables the industry and the Department of Energy to work collaboratively on fundamental research that will enhance existing production methods and unlock new innovative techniques. This will ensure the world-class tools and technologies at DOE are being used by the very taxpayers who funded them. It also enables DOE, in consultation with other Federal agencies, to offer technical assistance to entities seeking to promote the commercial application of low-emission cement, concrete, and asphalt. This ensures that industry can continue its cutting-edge research unencumbered, but if they do hit a roadblock, there are subject matter experts available to assist them. This bill is the perfect example of how the Federal Government can advance tangible environmental goals for construction material production without sacrificing material performance or, more importantly, economic growth that benefits every citizen. Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague from North Carolina (Mrs. Foushee) for cosponsoring this bill and working in a bipartisan fashion to get it here today, and I urge all of my colleagues to support this bill.

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Mr. MILLER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 100th anniversary of St. Vladimir Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral in our district in Parma, Ohio. St. Vladimir Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral was established in 1924 to fulfill the spiritual and social needs of the newly-arrived Ukrainians. After an increase in membership from World War II refugees, a new temple and parish center were built in Parma in 1958. Parishioners established educational opportunities on religion, Ukrainian language, dance, music, and art that have benefited the local community to this day. I commend St. Vladimir Cathedral for its role in producing upstanding citizens of Ohio's Seventh Congressional District, and I wish them a very happy anniversary.

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Mr. MILLER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a patriot and American hero, Bill DeCapite, a member of the Solon VFW who recently celebrated his 100th birthday. As a U.S. Navy World War II veteran, Mr. DeCapite was the seventh born of 11 children. He and his late wife, Rose, had two daughters and are proud grandparents of two adult grandchildren. A Seabee in the Navy during World War II, Mr. DeCapite was stationed in the Pacific Islands for 3 years, where his duties included helping to repair U.S. ships and planes. He also helped to build the runway on Tinian Island, where the Enola Gay was launched. Mr. DeCapite has always had a love for cars. When he returned from World War II, he went into the car repair business and continued that career into his sixties. Today, Bill continues to volunteer at Cleveland Public Theater. When asked what his secret is to a long life, Mr. DeCapite says: I can't believe I am 100. Volunteering helped me. I just get up every day, and I live a good life. I thank Mr. DeCapite for his selfless service to this country and wish him a very happy birthday. May God bless him.

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Mr. MILLER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to highlight something President Biden and I agree on for once: U.S. Steel must remain an American company. Steel is the backbone of our economy and is crucial to America's national and economic security. American bridges, railways, highways, and buildings are all built with, you guessed it, steel. U.S. Steel is American steel at its core, and it was once the largest steel producer in the world, a symbol of our global competitiveness. United States Steel should be owned by Americans. United States Steel should provide jobs to American workers. United States Steel should be here to forge America forward. Now, Mr. Speaker, I want to be clear. This is not about being anti- Japan or any other nation for that matter. Instead, this is about being pro-America and protecting our economic future and our national security. A strong steel industry means a strong middle class with good-paying jobs that support American families. We shouldn't sell out our workers or our future to foreign corporations.

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Mr. MILLER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize Melody and Rachel Steiner, the Sunbow 57 Girls who sell cotton candy and homemade cookies at farmers markets across our district and northeast Ohio. I met Melody at the Downtown Wooster Farmers Market, where she is using her business proceeds to save up for aviation school. One of my biggest priorities in Congress has been career and technical education. I know how badly we need more pilots and aviation workers. I am proud to have young leaders in my district pursuing their dreams and securing the future of the American workforce. Small businesses are the foundation of our economy, as over 99 percent of United States businesses are small businesses. Whether you run a cotton candy stand or a local factory, the United States is rightfully called the land of opportunity, and the American Dream is alive and well. I am grateful for the hard work, ingenuity, and dedication of entrepreneurs like Melody and Rachel in northeast Ohio who make our communities great places to live.

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Mr. MILLER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, this summer, northeast Ohio native Katie Moon will compete in her second Olympic Games. Four years ago, she won the gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics in the pole vault. In her career, she has won golds at the Olympics, the World Athletics Championships, the Diamond League, and the NCAA Championships. An alumna of Olmsted Falls High School in Cuyahoga County, she is a shining example of what our district has to offer. Her hard work and desire to give back to the community exemplify what it means to be an American. From 2018 to 2023, Katie has won gold medals every year in various competitions. This summer, Katie, along with hundreds of other American athletes, will head to the Paris Olympic Games to represent our country and to once again bring home the gold. I thank her for bringing inspiration to young people across the district and the country. I look forward to seeing her on the highest podium. Go Team USA.

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Mr. MILLER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, as tensions boil in the Middle East, I rise today to bring attention in this Chamber to the alarming situation in Lebanon. Lebanon is strategically significant to the United States, given its central location in the Middle East and its border with Israel. Ensuring stability in Lebanon and neutralizing Hezbollah will bolster regional security, creating a conducive environment for Israel to negotiate peaceful treaties. U.N. resolutions already on the books should be enforced, like Resolution 1559 for the disarmament of militias in Lebanon and Resolution 1680 to protect the Lebanese borders and prevent smuggling by Iran's proxies in the Middle East. This need is underscored by a recent incident on May 20 when a Syrian truck loaded with weapons was intercepted in northern Lebanon. The people of Lebanon are hurt the most by Hezbollah and the Iranian proxies, and what is happening there is an absolute disgrace. We must empower the people of Lebanon and continue to push for a presidential election that is free and fair of interference from the Iranian regime.

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Mr. MILLER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, recently 21 students from schools across Medina County, in the heart of my district in Ohio, raised their right hands at Brunswick High School and solemnly swore to defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies foreign and domestic. They took the oath of enlistment in the military. It is the same oath I proudly took over 11 years ago in the United States Marine Corps. Few people ever serve in the military. These days even fewer do. The American culture used to revere those who joined to put their lives on the line for this country. While that sentiment may have dwindled in recent years, students from my district promised to serve. These young men and women will gain leadership experience at 18 years old that most people will never have. They will gain the confidence to move through this world and the discipline to know the difference between right and wrong, and that will last a lifetime. They are brave. They are noble. They are the future leaders of our country. It is honorable what they did, and I am honored that they are my constituents. I thank them for their future service.

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Mr. MILLER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise with a heavy heart to recognize the service of Officer Jacob Derbin and to celebrate his life. While responding to a disturbance, Officer Derbin gave the ultimate sacrifice when he was ambushed and killed in the line of duty last Sunday. Mr. Speaker, from Brooklyn Heights, Jacob had joined the Euclid Police Department less than a year ago after serving in the Army National Guard. He protected his family, his country, his community. Officer Derbin's fellow officers will remember him as an incredible person with a great heart and an incredible smile. I echo Ohio Attorney General Yost in saying: ``It is a cruel irony that a mother lost her son on Mother's Day and that this murder happened just as we prepare to solemnize our fallen during Police Memorial Week.'' I am grateful for the service of our law enforcement officers, who have put their lives on the line every single day to protect us. My deepest condolences go to the family, friends, and fiancee of Officer Derbin and to the Euclid Police Department. God bless Euclid. God bless Ohio.

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Mr. MILLER of Ohio. Madam Speaker, what is really sad for me is that, on both sides of the aisle, we have issues. I think some of my colleagues on my side of the aisle have Russian disinformation, and on the other side of the aisle, it seems that there is a lot of Hamas disinformation. I truly do not understand why it is so hard to just call it out. I digress. Madam Speaker, I rise in support of the Antisemitism Awareness Act. Requiring the Department of Education to use the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance working definition of anti-Semitism when enforcing Federal anti-discrimination laws will help to protect Jewish students across the country from violence and hate as we see it exploding every single day within our country. Anti-Semitism has spread like wildfire on college campuses, and it is rearing its ugly head in the wake of Hamas' ruthless attack on Israel. College students celebrate terrorists who brutally murder innocent civilians as martyrs, and faculty members call Hamas' assault exhilarating. When I saw a sign at the Columbia protest--if you want to call it a protest--the sign said: ``Free Palestine,'' and right next to it, it said: final solution. What does the ``final solution'' mean, I ask my colleagues across the aisle? I understand it is rhetorical, but you all know what final solution means. Me being just one of two Jewish Republicans in the House and in the Senate, that means the end of Israel and the Jewish people. That is why that is in the definition of the IHRA, to be abundantly clear. The abhorrent behavior underscores the clear need for Federal policy to protect Jewish students on these unfriendly campuses. Usage of the IHRA definition in this context is a key step in calling out anti-Semitism where it is and ensuring anti-Semitic hate crimes on college campuses are properly investigated and prosecuted. College campuses should be safe havens for learning, not nests of hatred. I urge my colleagues to say enough is enough and to support the Antisemitism Awareness Act. I will ask my other colleagues on the other side of the aisle just one more time. When you see a sign--and you are Jewish in this country--on a college campus, and you say that being an anti-Zionist is not being an anti-Semite--which being an anti-Zionist is being an anti- Semite, to be very clear--but when you see ``final solution,'' I think you have a hard time accepting, especially when my family, almost two- thirds of them, were annihilated at Auschwitz. We came to this country, and now my daughter is going to grow up in this world and look at a sign that says, ``final solution?'' I speak for myself. I speak for no one else. It is abhorrent, and you all need to condemn this type of behavior and rhetoric that has consumed our country. Enough is enough. Please. Just be a human and put your politics and political affiliation aside for a second.

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Mr. MILLER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize a patriot and true American hero, Mike Zaderecky, of Parma, Ohio, who just celebrated his 106th birthday. A 1937 graduate of the now-closed Slavic Village South High School, Mike attended Kent State University before being drafted into the Army. As a private first class in the 8th Infantry Division, 45th Field Artillery Battalion, Mike served in World War II's European theater, patrolling beaches at Normandy shortly after the landings. In 1945, Mike returned home to Ohio. Mike continued to selflessly serve his community as a Parma city councilman and a city heating inspector. After retiring, Mike couldn't help but continue his service, working another 28 years as a bailiff. Known as Uncle Mikey in court, he ran a tight ship, keeping both unruly lawyers and equally unruly youngsters in check. At a time when membership in veterans organizations is in decline, Mike is a faithful member of American Legion Post 572. He is a true inspiration for young servicemembers returning to civilian life. Mr. Speaker, I thank Mr. Zaderecky for his selfless service and wish him a very happy birthday.

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Mr. MILLER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Secretary Marcia Fudge for her outstanding career and significant achievements as she prepares to retire from the President's Cabinet as Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. Secretary Fudge's steadfast career in public service, beginning as mayor of Warrensville Heights, Ohio, is an example for all of us who work to serve our communities and our Nation. Before becoming HUD Secretary, Ms. Fudge served as part of the Ohio congressional delegation in the House for 12 years. Serving on the House Agriculture Committee, she championed food and nutrition policies that are valued in Ohio and throughout the Nation. I thank and congratulate Secretary Fudge on her accomplishments and contributions that have led to a more prosperous Ohio and stronger America and wish her a happy and healthy retirement.

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Mr. MILLER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate and acknowledge National Agriculture Week. This week we take the opportunity to recognize the central role that agriculture plays in the economy across the country and my home in the State of Ohio. Agriculture is one of Ohio's largest industries, supplying one out of every seven jobs. However, our Nation is experiencing a mounting agricultural trade deficit which has nearly doubled in the last year, according to the Department of Agriculture. This deficit has had a large impact on Ohio farm economies and American leadership in international agricultural trade. We should be committed to delivering an updated farm bill that ensures long-term growth and addresses the unique needs of America's farmers, ranchers, and consumers. As we celebrate National Agriculture Week, let's work together to create new markets for American agricultural products, drive rural economic development, and strengthen domestic energy resources.

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Mr. MILLER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize Ms. Julia Sabin for her outstanding career and significant achievements for over more than 40 years. Ms. Sabin's exemplary leadership has supported meaningful progress at The J.M. Smucker Company, a leading manufacturer of iconic brands, including its namesake fruit spreads, Jif peanut butter, and Uncrustables sandwiches. Known for frequently using the popular refrain, ``What doesn't kill you makes you stronger,'' she has always led with a spirit of perseverance. In addition to her work at Smucker, Ms. Sabin consistently served those around her. While living in Ohio, she supported her local community as a board member for In Council with Women in Cleveland and the Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens in Akron. Ms. Sabin also served on the board of Ventrac, a family company providing tractor equipment in Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I thank and congratulate Ms. Sabin on her accomplishments and the contributions that have led to a more prosperous Ohio. I wish her a happy and well-earned retirement.