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“CONGRATULATING NEW PAL FOOTBALL” mentioning the U.S. Dept of Labor was published in the House of Representatives section on pages H9262-H9263 on Dec. 5, 2019.
The Department provides billions in unemployment insurance, which peaked around 2011 though spending had declined before the pandemic. Downsizing the Federal Government, a project aimed at lowering taxes and boosting federal efficiency, claimed the Department funds "ineffective and duplicative services" and overregulates the workplace.
The publication is reproduced in full below:
CONGRATULATING NEW PAL FOOTBALL
The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Indiana (Mr. Pence) for 5 minutes.
Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the New Palestine High School football team for winning the Indiana high school Class A football state championship. This marks the second year in a row the Dragons have gone undefeated.
I applaud Coach Kyle Ralph, who now has an 88-4 record in his 7-
season tenure at New Pal.
I also congratulate the whole team for their hard work in this fantastic accomplishment. Congratulations to all the Dragon nation.
Congratulating EHHS Cheerleading
Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Eastern Hancock High School cheerleading squad for winning the Indiana Cheer Championship Varsity D division.
After placing fourth at the semi-State competition, the Royals returned to the State competition for a victorious first place win.
The Royal cheerleading squad has displayed dedication, hard work, and sheer talent. They have made the Sixth District very proud.
Recognizing Greensburg Ag Teacher Greg Schneider
Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Greensburg Community High School agriculture teacher and FFA adviser Greg Schneider.
Greg Schneider was recently awarded the honorary American FFA degree through his commitment to the advancement of ag education. The degree recognizes those who have gone beyond valuable daily contributions to make a positive difference in the lives of their students.
Congratulations to Greg, who has inspired confidence in a new generation of farmers.
Recognizing Shelbyville Central School's Kris Baker
Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Shelbyville Central Schools' special education coordinator, Kris Baker, for winning a prestigious education award.
Kris' work has earned her the 2019 Early Career Special Education Administrator Award. Ms. Baker won the award for her dedication to autism education and assistive technology at Earlywood Educational Services.
Mr. Speaker, I thank Kris for the work she has done for those in need, and I congratulate her on this honor.
Congratulating Analytical Engineering on Gold HIRE Vets Medallion Award
Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Analytical Engineering of Columbus and the May family for receiving the Gold HIRE Vets Medallion Award from the U.S. Department of Labor.
This marks the second year in a row that Analytical Engineering, Inc., has earned this esteemed award. They were 1 of only 12 companies in Indiana to win this award by hiring and retaining veterans.
As a Beirut veteran myself, I appreciate companies like Analytical Engineering for taking care of those who have served our country.
Send NDAA to President
Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to urge my Democratic colleagues to stop playing political games and send the NDAA to President Trump's desk.
The NDAA has been a bipartisan piece of legislation that we, as Congress, have passed for 58 straight years. The NDAA is essential for our men and women in uniform and for our National Defense Strategy.
Now, in the final hour, House Democrats want to wedge partisan policies into this bill. As Democrats continue to divide Congress over nondefense issues, they play right into the hands of our enemies.
Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to stop indulging in this political theater and pass the NDAA.
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