David Young

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Charlotte and Frank Wilson of Carlisle, Iowa, on the very special occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary. They celebrated their anniversary on March 17, 2017. Charlotte and Frank's lifelong commitment to each other and their family truly embodies Iowa values. As they reflect on their 50th anniversary, may their commitment grow even stronger, as they continue to love, cherish, and honor one another for many years to come. Mr. Speaker, I commend this great couple on their 50th year together and I wish them many more. I ask that my colleagues in the United States House of Representatives join me in congratulating them on this momentous occasion

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Coleen and Bill Sandquist of Adel, Iowa, on the very special occasion of their 60th wedding anniversary. They celebrated their anniversary on March 2, 2017. Coleen and Bill's lifelong commitment to each other and their family truly embodies Iowa values. As they reflect on their 60th anniversary, may their commitment grow even stronger, as they continue to love, cherish, and honor one another for many years to come. Mr. Speaker, I commend this great couple on their 60th year together and I wish them many more. I ask that my colleagues in the United States House of Representatives join me in congratulating them on this momentous occasion.

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Mark Emgarten of Adair, Iowa, for being named the 2016 Adair Citizen of the Year. Mark was recognized at a ceremony held on March 20th, 2017 at the Adair City Hall. He and his Co-Citizen of the Year, Ryan Billheimer, were instrumental in the design, implementation and construction of the Adair Playground Project. Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to represent leaders like Mark in the United States Congress. I ask that my colleagues in the United States House of Representatives join me in commending Mark for his service to Adair and in wishing him nothing but continued success.

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Pat Hensley of Council Bluffs, Iowa, on his retirement from Hy-Vee food store after 38 dedicated years of service. Pat has worked for Hy-Vee since 1979, when he began a part-time job at a local store. Early on, Hy-Vee recognized his leadership skills, and over the years trusted him in a number of positions, from managing stores, overseeing the company's western district, helping to lead the government relations department, and finishing his career serving as senior vice president, non-foods. Over his 38-year career Pat's goal was to ensure, as the commercials said, that there was a helpful smile in every aisle, and that Hy-Vee was an enjoyable environment for customers and employees alike. Pat is leaving behind a legacy of dedication and hard work after decades of service to one of Iowa's premier companies. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to recognize Pat today for his outstanding career at Hy-Vee. I ask that my colleagues in the United States House of Representatives join me in congratulating Pat on this momentous occasion and in wishing him and his family nothing but the best in his retirement.

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I want to thank the chairman of the subcommittee for shepherding this through the committee as well as being a cosponsor. I appreciate that. Mr. Speaker, in 2015, our Nation experienced the worst animal disease outbreak in our history, as highly pathogenic avian influenza wreaked havoc on turkey farmers and egg producers in the Midwest. This naturally occurring outbreak revealed significant vulnerabilities and coordination challenges between Federal, State, and local stakeholders in responding quickly to prevent the spread of avian influenza. It also demonstrated the importance of having mitigation and response strategies and processes in place to ensure any naturally occurring outbreak or coordinated attack against our Nation's agricultural sector can be prevented quickly and be contained. Maintaining the integrity of our agricultural and food supply system is imperative. The folks I talked to have great concerns about the safety and security of our homeland and our people, and their concerns are warranted. The reality of living in this day and age is that it is just not the big cities that have to be prepared for a terror attack. All counterterrorism measures must reflect a universal understanding of potential vulnerabilities, which includes our agriculture and rural communities. Farming and agriculture are not only the backbone of the Iowa economy, but of the entire Nation. Any attack on our food supply could have devastating consequences on our economy and our communities. It is essential that we take the proper steps against potential threats. Now, the reality is agroterrorism and other high-risk events pose serious threats to our food, agriculture, and livestock industries across the United States. For that reason, I introduced, in a bipartisan fashion, the Securing Our Agriculture and Food Act together with Congressman Dan Donovan and Congressman Donald Payne, Jr., the chairman and ranking member of the Homeland Security Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Communications, to ensure our Nation has a plan and strategy to prepare for and respond to any high- risk event threatening our agricultural sector, our food supply, and, ultimately, our people. The Securing Our Agriculture and Food Act requires the Secretary of Homeland Security, through the Assistant Secretary for Health Affairs, to lead the government's efforts to secure our Nation's food, agriculture, and our veterinary systems against terrorism and high-risk events. This bipartisan bill also authorizes the Secretary to collaborate with other agencies to ensure food, agriculture, and animal and human health sectors receive the attention and are integrated into the DHS' domestic preparedness policy initiatives. I appreciate the support of Subcommittee Chairman Donovan--thank you--and Ranking Member Payne as we work to better secure our agriculture and food sectors. I thank you both for elevating the importance of this issue. I also want to thank the chairman and ranking members of the full committee and all their staff for their assistance in bringing this bill to the floor today in the House. Mr. Speaker, I urge the passage of this bill.

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Alisa Roth, owner of Bloom Works Floral in Council Bluffs, Iowa, for receiving the 2017 Deb Dalziel Woman Entrepreneurial Award presented annually by Iowa's Small Business Development Centers (SBDC). Since 1999, the Iowa SBDC has been awarding women entrepreneurs who have made a major impact in their communities and changed the direction of their own lives. The award is named in honor of Deb Dalziel, a longtime advocate of women entrepreneurs and director of America's SBDC Iowa from 1987 to 1999. Established in 2004, Alisa has built Bloom Works Floral into one of Council Bluffs' premier small businesses. In the first 5 years of operation, she was able to grow the business so much that she had to move to larger locations with bigger storefronts on two separate occasions. Her tireless work ethic and dedication to her craft is unmatched, making her a highly respected entrepreneur in Council Bluffs and a top regional authority in her industry. Mr. Speaker, I applaud and congratulate Alisa for earning this outstanding award. Her tireless work ethic and dedication to her community have had, and will continue to have, a long-lasting impact. It is because of Iowans like her that I'm proud to represent our great state in Congress. I ask that my colleagues in the United States House of Representatives join me in congratulating Alisa on receiving this esteemed award and in wishing her nothing but continued success.

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Tyler Cooney and his teammate Adam Koch, both students at Dallas Center Grimes High School in Grimes, Iowa, for winning second prize in C-SPAN's national 2017 StudentCam competition. Since 2006, C-SPAN has been partnering with local cable affiliates across the country to work with middle school and high school students to create documentaries on issues important to the nation. For this year's competition, students were asked to address the question: ``What is the most urgent issue for the new President and Congress to address?'' Tyler and Adam decided to focus on energy issues and made a documentary titled, ``Powerhouse of the Prairie. `` The short film zeroed in on the important role that wind energy and ethanol production plays, not only in Iowa's economy, but the economy throughout the entire country. I was fortunate enough to contribute to their project by discussing the importance of energy independence as it pertains to our country's national security. Their documentary will premiere on C- SPAN at 6:50 a.m. E.T. on April 7 and will play throughout the day. Mr. Speaker, I applaud and congratulate Tyler and Adam for earning this outstanding award. The experience and knowledge they gained working on this project will be invaluable for years to come as they move forward with their education. It is because of young Iowans like them that I'm proud to represent our great state in Congress. I ask that my colleagues in the United States House of Representatives join me in congratulating Tyler and Adam and in wishing them nothing but continued success.

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Adam Koch and his teammate Tyler Cooney, both students at Dallas Center Grimes High School in Grimes, Iowa, for winning second prize in C-SPAN's national 2017 StudentCam competition. Since 2006, C-SPAN has been partnering with local cable affiliates across the country to work with middle school and high school students to create documentaries on issues important to the nation. For this year's competition, students were asked to address the question: ``What is the most urgent issue for the new President and Congress to address?'' Adam and Tyler decided to focus on energy issues and made a documentary titled, ``Powerhouse of the Prairie.'' The short film zeroed in on the important role that wind energy and ethanol production plays, not only in Iowa's economy, but the economy throughout the entire country. I was fortunate enough to contribute to their project by discussing the importance of energy independence as it pertains to our country's national security. Their documentary will premiere on C- SPAN at 6:50 a.m. E.T. on April 7 and will play throughout the day. Mr. Speaker, I applaud and congratulate Adam and Tyler for earning this outstanding award. The experience and knowledge they gained working on this project will be invaluable for years to come as they move forward with their education. It is because of young Iowans like them that I'm proud to represent our great state in Congress. I ask that my colleagues in the United States House of Representatives join me in congratulating Adam and Tyler and in wishing them nothing but continued success.

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Chris Coffelt, Superintendent of Central Decatur Community School District, for being named one of Education Week's 2017 ``Leaders to Learn from.'' Each year, Education Week searches across the country for some of the most innovative and forward thinking educators our schools have to offer. Chris certainly fits that mold. His tireless dedication to educational excellence has given rise to a new culture of student growth and success in the Central Decatur Community School District. Prior to Chris's arrival, the school district had a difficult time retaining high-quality teachers for extended periods of time, which contributed to lower student achievement. Since taking over, Chris has made Central Decatur a destination for some of Iowa's best teachers. His innovative programs have helped turn the school district around and for the first time in years they are seeing student tests scores grow in a number of key areas. Chris' ability to empower teachers in his district has brought about a new level of success for not only his teachers, but the students as well. Mr. Speaker, it is a profound honor to represent leaders like Chris in the United States Congress and it is with great pride that I recognize and applaud him for utilizing his talents to better his students, teachers, community and the great state of Iowa. I ask that my colleagues in the United States House of Representatives join me in congratulating Chris on receiving this outstanding recognition and wishing him nothing but continued success.

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Robert Andeweg of Urbandale, Iowa, for being named the 2017 Forty under 40 Alumnus of the Year. Since 2000, Business Record has undertaken an exhaustive annual review to identify a standout group of young leaders in the Greater Des Moines Area that are making an impact in their communities and their careers. Each year, forty up-and-coming community and business leaders under 40 years of age are selected for this prestigious honor based on a combined criteria of community involvement and success in their chosen career field. Robert was a member of the 2002 class and has not only continued being an active member of his community but he has expanded upon it since being honored in 2002. Robert is known for being a leader within his community, which is why in 2005 he was elected Mayor of the City of Urbandale. He has been committed to overseeing the economic growth and development of Des Moines' largest suburb. When Robert isn't busy leading his community, he works as a lawyer at Nyemaster Goode P.C. He also works to improve his community by dedicating his time and serving on the Greater Des Moines Partnership Board, the Greater Des Moines Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Bravo Greater Des Moines Board and the Metropolitan Advisory Council. Mr. Speaker, it is a profound honor to represent leaders like Robert in the United States Congress and it is with great pride that I recognize and applaud him for utilizing his talents to better both his community and the great state of Iowa. I ask that my colleagues in the United States House of Representatives join me in congratulating Robert on receiving this outstanding award and wishing him nothing but continued success.

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Chase Young for being named a 2017 Forty Under 40 honoree by the award-winning central Iowa publication, Business Record. Since 2000, Business Record has undertaken an exhaustive annual review to identify a standout group of young leaders in the Greater Des Moines Area that are making an impact in their communities and their careers. Each year, forty up-and-corning community and business leaders under 40 years of age are selected for this prestigious honor based on a combined criteria of community involvement and success in their chosen career field. The 2017 class of Forty Under 40 honorees will join an impressive roster of 680 past business leaders and growing. Chase is the director of the Education Leadership Initiative at the United Way of Central Iowa. In this role, Chase interacts with the over 800 members who donate $1,000 or more every year to support middle school students to succeed in the goal of graduating. He also helps facilitate the investment, special events, and volunteer and campaign committees. Chase also coached football at Des Moines North High School, helping to organize parents and the Johnston Rotary Club to serve a pasta dinner the day before every game. Chase is married with two children, and enjoys hunting, fishing, hiking, and snow skiing. Mr. Speaker, it is a profound honor to represent leaders like Chase in the United States Congress and it is with great pride that I recognize him today for utilizing his talents to better both his community and the great state of Iowa. I ask that my colleagues in the United States House of Representatives join me in congratulating Chase on receiving this esteemed designation, thanking those at Business Record for their great work, and wishing each member of the 2017 Forty Under 40 class a long and successful career.

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Chairman, I yield back the balance of my time.

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Chairman, I appreciate the spirit of this debate with my colleague across the aisle. This adds extra bite to what may already be in place, oversight and accountability, and Congress has a role in this. So while I appreciate the spirit of what my colleague said, and what has been done in the past, we want to give it extra teeth. Also, transparency and access to taxpayer information is so crucial. So I urge the adoption of this amendment.

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Chairman, I have an amendment at the desk.

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Chair, my amendment seeks to strengthen the underlying bill in two ways. First, my amendment requires agencies to proactively consider whether their actions are duplicative or conflicting. As Iowans and all Americans know too well, the maze of the Federal bureaucracy can too often be confusing and contradicting. This long overdue provision holds the agency proposing the regulation accountable to prevent the growing red tape strangling our economy and jobs engine. The Federal regulatory environment over the past few decades has allowed agencies to operate unchecked, leading to overlapping and conflicting rules which come at a riveting cost to the economy, the taxpayer, and to jobs. So by requiring agencies to proactively consider duplication as part of their regulatory plans, credibility rears itself. We don't need duplicity. We don't need to waste resources and time in the Federal Government. Secondly, my amendment works to increase regulatory transparency by improving the public's access to information. By requiring each agency to maintain a list of every active regulatory action submitted to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs on its website, we can shine the light on agencies' rules and regulations, which, as we know, have the full effect of law. This would include a list of all active regulatory actions, the agency's most recent regulatory plan, and a link to all records submitted to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs for review. In closing, many of our constituents may be unfamiliar with the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs and its role and may not know where to find important information on regulatory actions. So simply creating a link on an agency website or websites to the records of OIRA, the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, making this available online is a simple change and low burden for a considerable benefit. It is all about transparency. It is all about the taxpayers' access to information. I appreciate the leadership of the chairman and the author of this bill, and I urge my colleagues to support my amendment and the underlying bill. Mr. Chair, I reserve the balance of my time.

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Stephanie Jutila for being named a 2017 Forty Under 40 honoree by the award-winning central Iowa publication, Business Record. Since 2000, Business Record has undertaken an exhaustive annual review to identify a standout group of young leaders in the Greater Des Moines Area that are making an impact in their communities and their careers. Each year, forty up-and-coming community and business leaders under 40 years of age are selected for this prestigious honor based on a combined criteria of community involvement and success in their chosen career field. The 2017 class of Forty Under 40 honorees will join an impressive roster of 680 past business leaders and growing. Stephanie is a passionate horticulturist, having worked at a number of gardens, zoos and arboretums, including the Smithsonian Institution and the American Horticultural Society. Since becoming its first president and CEO, she has led the transformation of the Des Moines Botanical Center from a municipal to public garden as part of an $18.6 million capital campaign. Through her leadership, the nonprofit has grown its operating budget by 175 percent, doubled the garden's annual visitation, and cultivated a signature guest experience through its garden design and innovative programming. Mr. Speaker, it is a profound honor to represent leaders like Stephanie in the United States Congress and it is with great pride that I recognize her today for utilizing her talents to better both her community and the great state of Iowa. I ask that my colleagues in the United States House of Representatives join me in congratulating Stephanie on receiving this esteemed designation, thanking those at Business Record for their great work, and wishing each member of the 2017 Forty Under 40 class a long and successful career.

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Brian Waller for being named a 2017 Forty Under 40 honoree by the award-winning central Iowa publication, Business Record. Since 2000, Business Record has undertaken an exhaustive annual review to identify a standout group of young leaders in the Greater Des Moines Area that are making an impact in their communities and their careers. Each year, forty up-and-coming community and business leaders under 40 years of age are selected for this prestigious honor based on a combined criteria of community involvement and success in their chosen career field. The 2017 class of Forty Under 40 honorees will join an impressive roster of 680 past business leaders and growing. Brian is president of the Technology Association of Iowa, where his many accomplishments include rebranding the organization, creating strategic partnerships across the state and launching an Iowa Technology Summit for the fall of 2017. With a passion for his home state, he co-founded a web application to identify Iowa expats around the world called The Iowan Project. He and his wife, Dr. Callie Waller, have a daughter, Parker, a son, Asher, and a border collie named Mr. Jenkins. In his free time, you can find Brian on the golf course or making music. Mr. Speaker, it is a profound honor to represent leaders like Brian in the United States Congress and it is with great pride that I recognize him today for utilizing his talents to better both his community and the great state of Iowa. I ask that my colleagues in the United States House of Representatives join me in congratulating Brian on receiving this esteemed designation, thanking those at Business Record for their great work, and wishing each member of the 2017 Forty Under 40 class a long and successful career.

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate China Wong for being named a 2017 Forty Under 40 honoree by the award-winning central Iowa publication, Business Record. Since 2000, Business Record has undertaken an exhaustive annual review to identify a standout group of young leaders in the Greater Des Moines Area that are making an impact in their communities and their careers. Each year, forty up-and-coming community and business leaders under 40 years of age are selected for this prestigious honor based on a combined criteria of community involvement and success in their chosen career field. The 2017 class of Forty Under 40 honorees will join an impressive roster of 680 past business leaders and growing. After graduating from Iowa State University, China followed her entrepreneurial passions and opened Salon Spa W in Des Moines in 2005. Since then, the company has grown from three to 32 full time employees, and has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Salons in the U.S. by Elle Magazine, a Top 200 Salon in the U.S. by Salon Today Magazine for seven consecutive years, and was nominated for the prestigious North American Hairstyling Awards in 2014 and 2016. Outside of work, her endeavors focus on environmentalism, entrepreneurship for women and minorities, and helping the homeless. Mr. Speaker, it is a profound honor to represent leaders like China in the United States Congress and it is with great pride that I recognize her today for utilizing her talents to better both her community and the great state of Iowa. I ask that my colleagues in the United States House of Representatives join me in congratulating China on receiving this esteemed designation, thanking those at Business Record for their great work, and wishing each member of the 2017 Forty Under 40 class a long and successful career.

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Joshua Mandelbaum for being named a 2017 Forty Under 40 honoree by the award-winning central Iowa publication, Business Record. Since 2000, Business Record has undertaken an exhaustive annual review to identify a standout group of young leaders in the Greater Des Moines Area that are making an impact in their communities and their careers. Each year, forty up-and-coming community and business leaders under 40 years of age are selected for this prestigious honor based on a combined criteria of community involvement and success in their chosen career field. The 2017 class of Forty Under 40 honorees will join an impressive roster of 680 past business leaders and growing. Joshua is committed to serving his community. As an environmental attorney at the Environmental Law and Policy Center, he is a leading voice for Iowa's clean energy economy and constantly working towards collaborative solutions to improving Iowa's water quality. As a father of two young children, he brings passion and insight to the Polk County Early Childhood Iowa board and its work to provide quality early childhood education and child care to all of Polk County. Mr. Speaker, it is a profound honor to represent leaders like Joshua in the United States Congress and it is with great pride that I recognize him today for utilizing his talents to better both his community and the great state of Iowa. I ask that my colleagues in the United States House of Representatives join me in congratulating Joshua on receiving this esteemed designation, thanking those at Business Record for their great work, and wishing each member of the 2017 Forty Under 40 class a long and successful career.

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Kelly Whiting for being named a 2017 Forty Under 40 honoree by the award-winning central Iowa publication, Business Record. Since 2000, Business Record has undertaken an exhaustive annual review to identify a standout group of young leaders in the Greater Des Moines Area that are making an impact in their communities and their careers. Each year, forty up-and-coming community and business leaders under 40 years of age are selected for this prestigious honor based on a combined criteria of community involvement and success in their chosen career field. The 2017 class of Forty Under 40 honorees will join an impressive roster of 680 past business leaders and growing. Kelly is the Vice President of Business Development for The RAS Companies, Inc. She began her insurance career right out of college and has moved quickly up the ranks, holding roles in sales, claims and underwriting. She is the former Chairwoman of the Membership Committee of the Nationwide Iowa PAC, and currently is the Vice Chair of the Planning & Zoning Commission for the City of Ankeny. She is a member of MENSA, a published author and is working hard to impress her eldest son by organizing a Pokemon Club at his school. In her limited free time, she assists her husband with their real estate investment company, and is an avid reader and golfer. Mr. Speaker, it is a profound honor to represent leaders like Kelly in the United States Congress and it is with great pride that I recognize her today for utilizing her talents to better both her community and the great state of Iowa. I ask that my colleagues in the United States House of Representatives join me in congratulating Kelly on receiving this esteemed designation, thanking those at Business Record for their great work, and wishing each member of the 2017 Forty Under 40 class a long and successful career.

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Karen Karr for being named a 2017 Forty Under 40 honoree by the award-winning central Iowa publication, Business Record. Since 2000, Business Record has undertaken an exhaustive annual review to identify a standout group of young leaders in the Greater Des Moines Area that are making an impact in their communities and their careers. Each year, forty up-and- coming community and business leaders under 40 years of age are selected for this prestigious honor based on a combined criteria of community involvement and success in their chosen career field. The 2017 class of Forty Under 40 honorees will join an impressive roster of 680 past business leaders and growing. Karen is an attorney at BrownWinick law firm, focusing on complex residential and commercial real estate transactions. She graduated with distinction from the University of Iowa in 2003 and received her J.D. with honors from Drake University in 2008. She is a member of the Polk County, Iowa State, and American Bar Associations, as well as a member of the Polk County Women Attorneys. Outside of her work, she serves on the boards for Operations Downtown and the Des Moines Social Club. Karen also serves on the Capital Campaign Committee and as a mentor with Community Youth Concepts. Mr. Speaker, it is a profound honor to represent leaders like Karen in the United States Congress and it is with great pride that I recognize her today for utilizing her talents to better both her community and the great state of Iowa. I ask that my colleagues in the United States House of Representatives join me in congratulating Karen on receiving this esteemed designation, thanking those at Business Record for their great work, and wishing each member of the 2017 Forty Under 40 class a long and successful career.

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Skylar Mayberry-Mayes for being named a 2017 Forty Under 40 honoree by the award-winning central Iowa publication, Business Record. Since 2000, Business Record has undertaken an exhaustive annual review to identify a standout group of young leaders in the Greater Des Moines Area that are making an impact in their communities and their careers. Each year, forty up-and-coming community and business leaders under 40 years of age are selected for this prestigious honor based on a combined criteria of community involvement and success in their chosen career field. The 2017 class of Forty Under 40 honorees will join an impressive roster of 680 past business leaders and growing. Skylar is a commercial underwriter for Nationwide Insurance and is also a business graduate student at Iowa State. In addition to work and school, he is also very active in his community, having committed over 500 hours of community service for the past four years. He has worked with Big Brothers Big Sisters, the Oakridge Neighborhood, Young Professionals Connection, and the Greater Des Moines Partnership's Diversity and Inclusion Council. In 2015, he was a recipient of the Barack Obama President's National Volunteer Service Award. His aspiration is to one day develop a comprehensive college preparatory program for young African-American men. Mr. Speaker, it is a profound honor to represent leaders like Skylar in the United States Congress and it is with great pride that I recognize him today for utilizing his talents to better both his community and the great state of Iowa. I ask that my colleagues in the United States House of Representatives join me in congratulating Skylar on receiving this esteemed designation, thanking those at Business Record for their great work, and wishing each member of the 2017 Forty Under 40 class a long and successful career.

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate John Leder for being named a 2017 Forty Under 40 honoree by the award-winning central Iowa publication, Business Record. Since 2000, Business Record has undertaken an exhaustive annual review to identify a standout group of young leaders in the Greater Des Moines Area that are making an impact in their communities and their careers. Each year, forty up-and-coming community and business leaders under 40 years of age are selected for this prestigious honor based on a combined criteria of community involvement and success in their chosen career field. The 2017 class of Forty Under 40 honorees will join an impressive roster of 680 past business leaders and growing. John is an account executive at Holmes Murphy and Associates, where he helps ensure clients get the best service available. But it is his family that truly drives him both professionally and personally. Their experience with his son Owen's challenges with cerebral palsy has caused John to focus much of his volunteer efforts on helping children with challenging medical conditions and their families. He has been active with Variety, The Children's Charity, Courage League Sports and Gillette Children's Specialty Hospital. He contributes in a number of ways, from sharing his experiences with other families, helping to raise money, and spreading awareness of adaptive fitness and wellness programs. Mr. Speaker, it is a profound honor to represent leaders like John in the United States Congress and it is with great pride that I recognize him today for utilizing his talents to better both his community and the great state of Iowa. I ask that my colleagues in the United States House of Representatives join me in congratulating John on receiving this esteemed designation, thanking those at Business Record for their great work, and wishing each member of the 2017 Forty Under 40 class a long and successful career.

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Philip Sandager for being named a 2017 Forty Under 40 honoree by the award-winning central Iowa publication, Business Record. Since 2000, Business Record has undertaken an exhaustive annual review to identify a standout group of young leaders in the Greater Des Moines Area that are making an impact in their communities and their careers. Each year, forty up-and-coming community and business leaders under 40 years of age are selected for this prestigious honor based on a combined criteria of community involvement and success in their chosen career field. The 2017 class of Forty Under 40 honorees will join an impressive roster of 680 past business leaders and growing. Philip is an investment management actuary with Principal Financial Group, a job which has taken him to Sao Paulo, Brazil, London, and the United Kingdom as an active leader in the department. Outside of work, Philip is very active with United Way of Central Iowa, his church's multicultural outreach campus, as a volunteer math tutor, and with the Des Moines Choral Society, where he helps to increase their online presence. Philip has also been recognized by the Des Moines Playhouse with a Gypsy Volunteer Award. In his spare time, Philip enjoys playing piano, scuba diving, learning languages, and traveling around the world. Mr. Speaker, it is a profound honor to represent leaders like Philip in the United States Congress and it is with great pride that I recognize him today for utilizing his talents to better both his community and the great state of Iowa. I ask that my colleagues in the United States House of Representatives join me in congratulating Philip on receiving this esteemed designation, thanking those at Business Record for their great work, and wishing each member of the 2017 Forty Under 40 class a long and successful career.

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa

Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Alyssa Young for being named a 2017 Forty Under 40 honoree by the award-winning central Iowa publication, Business Record. Since 2000, Business Record has undertaken an exhaustive annual review to identify a standout group of young leaders in the Greater Des Moines Area that are making an impact in their communities and their careers. Each year, forty up-and-coming community and business leaders under 40 years of age are selected for this prestigious honor based on a combined criteria of community involvement and success in their chosen career field. The 2017 class of Forty Under 40 honorees will join an impressive roster of 680 past business leaders and growing. Alyssa is the Assistant Director of Internal & Strategic Communications at Drake University, where she received her Masters in Communication Leadership. Outside of work she is involved in Lead Like a Lady, Volunteers of Greater Des Moines Habitat Young Professionals and the national Habitat Young Professionals Advisory Council. Alyssa was also recently recognized as a finalist for the 2016 YPC Amy Jennings YP Impact Award. Mr. Speaker, it is a profound honor to represent leaders like Alyssa in the United States Congress and it is with great pride that I recognize her today for utilizing her talents to better both her community and the great state of Iowa. I ask that my colleagues in the United States House of Representatives join me in congratulating Alyssa on receiving this esteemed designation, thanking those at Business Record for their great work, and wishing each member of the 2017 Forty Under 40 class a long and successful career.