I rise to recognize the Blair County Conservation District for 60 years of service as an advocate for natural resources and the county's agricultural community. Established in 1966, the Conservation District focuses on the protection and…

I rise to honor the life and public service of Joe Metzgar, who recently passed away in Altoona, Pennsylvania. For over 20 years, Joe served as Logan Township supervisor. Many have noted that Joe could put a smile on your face even during…

I rise today to recognize Brechbill & Helman Construction Company of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, for 60 years of success as an industry leader. Founded in 1966 by Darrell Brechbill and John Helman, the company originated with three…

I rise to honor McCartney's of Altoona as they commemorate two milestones of success--100 years of family ownership in 2026 and 140 years of operation in 2027. McCartney's was founded in 1887 by Thomas McCartney. In 1926, the business was…

with pride and admiration, I rise to congratulate Zach and Tesa Stinson of Chambersburg on their impressive performances in the 130th Boston Marathon. Zach dominated the handcycle division to win his fourth Boston Marathon title, and Tesa…

with great pride, I rise today to acknowledge the successful and effective implementation of the behavioral health pod in the emergency department at UPMC Altoona. Supported in part with Federal funding that I was honored to facilitate…

I rise to recognize Chris Ardinger of Mercersburg, Pennsylvania, for his selection as the recipient of the Spirit of Community Award. The award honors individuals who demonstrate an exceptional commitment to improving the quality of…

I rise to congratulate Richard Fertig, Jr., of Smith Transportation on selection of Professional Driver of the Year. This award is the profession's highest honor, recognizing safety, leadership, and community impact of professional…

I rise to honor former Saxton Fire Chief Mark Taylor, who stepped down from his position in November, after 40 years of dedicated service. During the Saxton Volunteer Fire Company's recent annual banquet, Chief Taylor was presented with an…

I rise to recognize Penn State wrestler Levi Haines of Adams County, Pennsylvania, a two-time NCAA champion, a four-time All-American, and a four-time Big Ten Conference champ. At the NCAA championships this weekend, Levi captured his…

I rise to honor Lehman's Feed & Home Center of York Springs, Pennsylvania, for 90 years of success as a source of home and agricultural products for customers throughout Adams County and the surrounding area. Founded as Lehman's Feed Store…

I rise to recognize Mary Jo Casalena as the recipient of the Wayne Bailey Lifetime Achievement Award that was presented at the annual convention of the National Wild Turkey Federation. This award recognizes a wildlife biologist, trapper…

with heavy hearts, alongside my colleagues from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, I rise today to honor the life and the service of Specialist Krystofer Lopez, who passed away on Thursday, March 12, following a training exercise at…

I rise to honor the life and military service of Specialist Krystofer Lopez of Biglerville, Pennsylvania, who died following a training exercise at Letterkenny Army Depot in Franklin County on March 12. Specialist Lopez served as a…

I rise to recognize Phil Riccio of Altoona, Pennsylvania, as a recipient of the Outstanding Service Award for Pennsylvania as presented by the National Federation of State High School Associations. Throughout his nearly 30-year career as…

I rise to recognize Jesse Shriner for 50 years of dedicated service as a member of the Alexandria Volunteer Fire Company in Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania. Jesse was recently honored by the fire company with three prestigious awards: the…

I rise to recognize a native of McConnellsburg, Pennsylvania, Jordan Ott, who is the head coach of the Phoenix Suns. As a three-sport athlete at McConnellsburg High School, Coach Ott has always dreamed of working for a professional sports…

I rise to honor the Snider family of Bedford County, Pennsylvania, on the selection of their operation as a recipient of the National Beef Quality Assurance Award. Singing Brook Farm is a third-generation farm currently managed by Ross…

I rise today to highlight a development in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, with positive impacts not just for the community but for our entire Nation. Last week, I had the privilege of participating in the opening of the expansion of the…

I rise today to recognize Rebecca Conner-Miller on her selection for the 2026 Dr. Laura Hummell Technology Innovator of the Year Award, which is one of Pennsylvania's most prestigious honors in educational technology. Presented annually by…

I rise today to recognize Michael Clark for being selected as the Outstanding Agriculture Education Teacher of the Year. This is one of the highest honors for his profession. Michael is an agriculture teacher at the Greenwood High School…

I rise today to honor George Lake of Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania, as the first recipient of the Pennsylvania Veteran Ag Entrepreneurship Award. After completing his service in the U.S. Marine Corps, George took the responsibility of…

I rise to honor Jack Fields for more than 50 years of service to the borough of McConnellsburg in Fulton County, Pennsylvania. Jack recently retired as secretary and treasurer of the borough council, acting as borough manager and head of…

I rise today to honor Gary Paul, who has concluded three decades of public service as a Richland Township supervisor in Cambria County, Pennsylvania. Gary Paul, throughout his 30-year tenure, has worked tirelessly as a Geistown borough…