Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate and honor all the Iowa Hawkeyes who have qualified for the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics. These incredible athletes, ranging from disciplines like wrestling, track and field, rowing, and basketball, embody the excellence and determination encouraged in Iowa City. The athletes competing have worked hard their entire lives for this opportunity, the opportunity to represent their countries in the sport that they love while the entire world watches them. Their journey to this global stage exemplifies the dedication and resilience that define what it means to be a Hawkeye. As they prepare to represent Iowa and showcase their skills before the world, let us unite in cheering them on and sending our support. May their performances inspire future generations of athletes. Bring home the gold. As always, go Hawkeyes. Mr. Speaker, I wish a very boisterous happy birthday to my sister Mari-Eleanor Martino. ____________________
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