Aaron Bean: “Today, I rise to honor one of the best and brightest of Florida's Fourth Congressional District, Luke Cooper. Luke is an…”

“Today, I rise to honor one of the best and brightest of Florida's Fourth Congressional District, Luke Cooper. Luke is an exceptional young man who was recently announced as a silver medalist for the Congressional Award, one of the highest awards Congress can bestow upon America's youth. The Congressional Award Foundation was created to recognize initiative, service, and achievement in young people. There are exceptionally few who meet these lofty goals, and Luke is one of them. He has given back to his local community by volunteering at Safe Animal Shelter in Clay County, fostering cats and kittens until they can find forever homes. Through his 150 hours of service, Luke has helped with the shelter's efforts to care for homeless animals while leaving a positive impact on his community. As a volunteer at Clay County Teen Court, Luke has gained hands-on experience with our judicial system and learned the necessary skills to be a catalyst for a better tomorrow. Beyond service to others, Luke has put in hundreds of hours of personal development, including training for a 50-mile cycling excursion and sharpening his problem-solving skills on the golf course. A prime example of what students from Florida's Fourth Congressional District are capable of, I am proud to congratulate Luke Cooper on his impressive achievements. Honoring Jacksonville Exchange Club”