What Addison P. McDowell said, and what was done

“Mr. Chair, all this bill does is establish a pilot program so that parents serving in our military have the same rights as other parents to decide where their children go to school.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Rowan County Rescue Squad as we celebrate its 75th anniversary of protecting and serving the community. Since 1951, the rescue squad has answered the call for more than 140,000 residents who call Rowan County their home.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Carolina Hurricanes on bringing the Stanley Cup back home to North Carolina. On June 14, there was a storm surge for the ages.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of Kyle Busch, a fierce competitor, a legendary race car driver, and, most importantly, a great man.”

“But the track is only part of Kyle Busch's story. Alongside his wife, Samantha, they started the Bundle of Joy Fund to advance access to fertility treatments through care and coverage, building awareness and providing support for the many who have struggled to bring children into the world.”

“Mr. Speaker, I think it is important that we point out that as our Democratic colleagues across the aisle are pointing a finger at us, there are three fingers pointing back at them.”

“Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize an incredible public servant from my district. After more than three decades of service to the city of Kannapolis, Mr. Mike Legg is beginning his well-earned retirement.”

“Mr. Speaker, I keep hearing about the need for bipartisanship, but I would just remind my colleagues across the aisle that just yesterday we voted for the fourth time to open the Department of Homeland Security.”

“Mr. Speaker, from the massive fraud uncovered in Minnesota to schemes across this country, criminal networks are targeting American programs and treating taxpayers like an ATM. These are hard-earned American tax dollars.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor Christopher Meriwether Demm as he prepares to retire later this month. A true legend of his craft, morning talk radio will never be the same.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of two commonsense, profamily bills before the House today. This week, as thousands gather in Washington for the March for Life, we are reminded that being pro-life means standing with mothers, children, and families.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor an extraordinary young North Carolinian, Mehri Navab, who has been awarded the National Medal of Honor Lifesaving Award from the Girl Scouts, one of their highest recognitions for courage and quick action.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to send my greatest gratitude to Representative Harry Warren as he retires after eight terms serving the people of Rowan County in North Carolina's 76th District.”

“Mr. Chairman, the INVEST Act calls us to review a simple truth: A nation that unleashes the talent of its people will never be left behind. For too long, outdated regulations have stood in the way of our brightest entrepreneurs gaining the capital that they need to build, grow, and compete.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today as we are in the process of ending the longest government shutdown in our Nation's history and to affirm that this Congress will get back to leading America into her next golden age.”

“The elites who dominate their party's decisionmaking are the ones least impacted by its decisions. Were the far-left activists and Democrats here in this body the ones not getting paychecks?”

“Mr. Speaker, over the past weekend, on November 1, 2025, Jesse Love, Jr. brought home the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity title from Phoenix, Arizona. Love held the lead for the final 24 laps, displaying his dominance as he secured his third career victory on his first-ever non-superspeedway track.”

“Mr. Chair, my home State of North Carolina has recognized the Lumbee Tribe since 1885, yet for more than 135 years, their fight for full Federal recognition has been blocked by red tape and indifference.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor an extraordinary North Carolinian, Mr. Glenn Hoffner of Salisbury, who recently celebrated his 100th birthday. Mr. Hoffner proudly served our Nation in World War II with distinction.”

“Madam Speaker, today and every day the brave men and women of the United States Coast Guard carry out a critical mission: securing our borders, patrolling our waters, and saving American lives.”

“Madam Speaker, today, I recognize one of North Carolina's brightest young athletes, Coy James of Davie County, who now joins the ranks of great ballplayers from the Tar Heel State.”

“Mr. Speaker, today we take another big step toward delivering a course correction for our country. The American people sent us here with a mandate, to fight back and deliver on a promise.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize an unparalleled figure within the city of Kannapolis, Mr. Wally Safrit, who will be retiring this summer, after more than 40 years of service.”

“Mr. Speaker, today we do what lifelong bureaucrats in this town fear most: We cut their funding. For far too long, Washington bureaucrats have taken advantage of the American taxpayer, sending their hard-earned money to fund the corrupt foreign aid complex, and pushing government funding for educational programs that groom our children.”

“Mr. Speaker, I thank Mr. Ezell for yielding. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of my bill, H.R. 2351, which will strengthen the ability of the United States Coast Guard to respond effectively to opioid overdose situations.”

“Mr. Speaker, many of my colleagues on the other side of the aisle have repeated the phrase ``budgets are about priorities'' a lot lately. Mr. Speaker, do you know what really signals someone's priorities?”

“Mr. Speaker, today is Fentanyl Awareness Day, a day meant to spread awareness of a ruthless poison that has stolen the lives of too many of our sons, daughters, sisters, and brothers.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of this resolution to overturn a ludicrous rule which imposes government price controls on financial institutions across the country. The Biden administration's CFPB issued this rule right before they left town, and they sold it as a defense of consumers.”

“Mr. Chair, while we may not agree on whose State has better barbecue, one thing we do agree on is that today is a momentous day; not for one party, but for all Americans.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a man who has committed his life to public service and who deserves our appreciation and support. For more than three decades, James Shore has served his country and his community.”