On the recordNovember 13, 2018
Members of this esteemed body, it is my honor to represent the citizens of Oklahoma's First Congressional District. Mr. Speaker, I want to first thank my wife, Tammy, of 25 years. I would not be here today without her. My oldest son, Kelby, is here with his wife, Dana; and my youngest son, Kaden, is here. I also want to thank my colleagues from Oklahoma who have gone above and beyond in welcoming me to this body: Congressman Lucas, Congressman Cole, Congressman Russell, and Congressman Mullin. I cannot thank them enough. The most recent advice they gave me was to keep this very brief, so brief I will be. I have lived the American Dream, growing up without running water to now serving my great country and fellow Oklahomans in Congress. Now, we as a body need to work together to make sure that that dream can be achieved by so many generations to come. Let's get to work. ____________________
