I rise today to honor the mothers who carry the weight of the loss of a child yet continue to stand with strength and dignity. In Atlanta, more than 300 survivors of crime are gathering for Crime Survivors Speak, a national conference…

I rise today to honor Georgia's colleges and universities that have earned national recognition by being named The Princeton Review's ``Best 391 Colleges.'' Seven institutions in our State received this distinction, each offering students…

I rise today to recognize Jack Ross Brigdon II, a resident of Georgia's First District and a captain in the Savannah Fire Department. Captain Brigdon's life as a public servant began in 1992 as a volunteer firefighter with the Thunderbolt…

I rise today in honor of a true American patriot, Charlie Kirk. Charlie Kirk was a beacon of Conservative politics, a patriotic American who engaged young people on issues that mattered and encouraged critical thinking. At just 18 years…

I rise today to honor Victor Waters for his remarkable legacy as a musician, writer, and entertainer. Born in Tattnall Square, Mr. Waters spent his entire years along the Sapelo River in McIntosh County before attending Benedictine…

I rise today to honor Jeff Hewitt for his dedication to the city of Savannah and to congratulate him on his retirement. Mr. Hewitt has served our community through Visit Savannah for 15 years, playing an instrumental role in expanding our…

I rise today to recognize Jarvis Jones, a Georgia native and former All-American and NFL player who has returned home to lead and give back to his community. As a student athlete, Jarvis helped lead Carver High School to its first State…

I rise today to honor Cecilia Tran Arango for being selected for the second time to the list of Top 100 Influential Women. The list honors women across the State of Georgia who are currently making a significant impact in engineering and…

I rise today to honor Flynn Warren, Jr. Born in Mount Holly, North Carolina, Flynn graduated from high school a year early and was known in town as the local genius. He attended Belmont Abbey College, where he was named MVP of the golf…

I rise today to recognize Major General Bobby Christine, a proud alumnus of Samford University's Cumberland School of Law, on his appointment as the 43rd Judge Advocate General of the United States Army. Major General Christine was…

with the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, we delivered on President Trump's domestic agenda and provided the largest tax cut in American history. That is because, as Republicans, we believe this money belongs to hardworking Americans, not to…

I rise to rally support for addressing the growing abuses of vision benefit managers, or VBMs. The industry is dominated by two vertically integrated giants whose actions are undermining healthcare access and threatening the existence of…

I rise today to recognize 28- year-old Stan Cottrell for his run of 1,048 miles across the State of Georgia. Mr. Cottrell runs for causes. This time he is running for Vet22, an organization that works to prevent veteran suicide. The…

I rise today to honor Mrs. Lani Yearicks on her retirement from the United States Army. Mrs. Yearicks served in the U.S. Army for a total of 26 years. She has served in a variety of positions throughout her career in our Nation's military…

I rise today to honor Elizabeth Hartley, who has been named a national ambassador for health science education and a finalist for Georgia's top new teacher in technical education. She has led an exceptional career in the Bulloch County…

I rise today to recognize Nic Wallace, whose talent and creativity have earned him national recognition as the 2025 World Class U.S. Bartender of the Year. Mr. Wallace, the bars and spirits manager at the Sea Island Resort, received the…

I rise today to honor the Frederica Academy baseball team who won the program's first-ever State championship this season. Since 1969, Frederica Academy has earned 76 State titles across all its athletic programs, except for one. Their…

I rise today to honor Rachel Kinsaul who was recognized by the Georgia Department of Education as the Georgia Teacher of the Year for 2026. She led an exceptional career in the Morgan County school system as a teacher of agricultural…

I rise to recognize Savannah's recent distinction as one of the Nation's top honeymoon destinations. The city was ranked sixth overall, accompanied by renowned areas such as Palm Springs, Napa Valley, and Miami. Savannah's downtown offers…

I rise to congratulate Greg Parker on being named 2025 Retailer Executive of the Year by Convenience Store News. Greg, the founder and CEO of Parker's Kitchen, has grown his business from one store in 1976 to his 100th in a grand opening…

I rise today to recognize St. Simons Island's designation by U.S. News and World Report as one of the best underrated travel destinations in the U.S. They evaluated over 1,500 vacation destinations worldwide and ranked them across numerous…

I rise today to honor the Georgia Pharmacy Association and recognize its 150th anniversary this year. Founded in 1875 in Macon by a group of Georgia pharmacists, the Georgia Pharmacy Association has acted as a platform to promote pharmacy…

I rise today to honor a constituent of mine, Mr. Joel Willis, for his recent retirement after 45 years of serving his community in St. Simons Island, Georgia. Mr. Willis epitomized strong leadership and an unwavering work ethic, earning…

I rise today to recognize Buford City Schools as being named among the top school districts in America. Education is one of the greatest gifts we can provide our children, and I am proud that Georgia is receiving recognition for this…

I rise today to recognize Arrowhead Pointe Golf Course, a well-kept, picturesque green nestled within Richard B. Russell State Park in the Georgia mountains. Offering breathtaking views of Lake Richard B. Russell, this course has become a…