What Brittany Pettersen said, and what was done

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Tegain Boley for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Tegain has overcome many challenges along their journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate The Refuge Cafe on the 20th anniversary of their supportive housing community in Broomfield. For over two decades, The Refuge Cafe has uplifted vulnerable community-members who were struggling with substance use disorder, homelessness, and mental health.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Outdoor Lab Foundation on the 50th anniversary of their Windy Peaks Campus. For over 60 years, the Outdoor Lab has touched the lives of young people in Jefferson County by providing a week-long camp experience that helps middle and high school students build leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.”

“For 46 years, Kathy has been a pillar of the Lakewood Community, beginning her career as a teenage lifeguard at her local pool, where she safeguarded residents and discovered her passion for public service.”

“Mr. Speaker, I missed two votes in the vote series on June 29, 2026. Had I been present, I would have voted YEA on Roll Call No. 229, final passage of H.R. 7128 as amended, the TRIA Program Reauthorization Act of 2026; and YEA on Roll Call No. 228, final passage of H.R. 7757 as amended, the Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate what the House and Senate were able to do with passing the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act. Across Colorado, families are being squeezed by the skyrocketing cost of housing.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Amber Stokes for earning one of this year's JeffCo Prosperity Partners Graduate Awards. The Graduate Awards are granted to recognize individuals of the JeffCo Prosperity Partners (JPP) Program and Head Start families who reach significant milestones in education, employment, and economic opportunity.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Christine Eze for earning one of this year's JeffCo Prosperity Partners Graduate Awards. The Graduate Awards are granted to recognize individuals of the JeffCo Prosperity Partners (JPP) Program and Head Start families who reach significant milestones in education, employment, and economic opportunity.”

“Mr.Speaker, I rise today to recognize Claudia Ibarra for earning one of this year's JeffCo Prosperity Partners Graduate Awards. The Graduate Awards are granted to recognize individuals of the JeffCo Prosperity Partners (JPP) Program and Head Start families who reach significant milestones in education, employment, and economic opportunity.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Oli Hinojos for earning one of this year's JeffCo Prosperity Partners Graduate Awards. The Graduate Awards are granted to recognize individuals of the JeffCo Prosperity Partners (JPP) Program and Head Start families who reach significant milestones in education, employment, and economic opportunity.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Shavalene Tenorio for earning one of this year's JeffCo Prosperity Partners Graduate Awards. The Graduate Awards are granted to recognize individuals of the JeffCo Prosperity Partners (JPP) Program and Head Start families who reach significant milestones in education, employment, and economic opportunity.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize David Golosky for earning one of this year's JeffCo Prosperity Partners Graduate Awards. The Graduate Awards are granted to recognize individuals of the JeffCo Prosperity Partners (JPP) Program and Head Start families who reach significant milestones in education, employment, and economic opportunity.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Kenna Parker for earning one of this year's JeffCo Prosperity Partners Graduate Awards. The Graduate Awards are granted to recognize individuals of the JeffCo Prosperity Partners (JPP) Program and Head Start families who reach significant milestones in education, employment, and economic opportunity.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today during Mental Health Awareness Month to talk about something that impacts every family in this country. Whether it is struggling ourselves or someone we know, all of us have been touched by mental health challenges.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Women's Health Week and the catastrophic impact Trump and Republicans have had on women's health in this country. This week, the Trump administration launched moms.gov, another performative political stunt pretending to support moms, but the health and well-being of women and families has never been under greater threat than under this administration.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Aldin Mednolucanin for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Aldin has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Ivan Rangel for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Ivan has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Ira Arora for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Ira has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Evelyn Luna Avalos for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Evelyn has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Eden Rayne Nehls for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Eden Rayne has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Delylah Hawk for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Delylah has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Ashley Beck for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Ashley has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Arturo Aro Calvillo for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Arturo has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Abel Vasey for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Abel has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to thank Police Chief Joe Harvey for his service to the City of Golden, Colorado, and to congratulate him on his retirement. Joe served the Golden community for more than 11 years, culminating a distinguished law enforcement career that spanned nearly 40 years.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Angel Cova Rojas for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Angel has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Elianna Boening for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Elianna has overcome many challenges along their journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Darrien O'Reilly for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Darrien has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities for its 50th anniversary. Since opening in 1976, the Arvada Center has been an important cultural institution in Colorado, enriching our community through theatre, visual arts, arts education, and public programs that engage and inspire people of all ages.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to thank Dr. Walter C. Copan for his years of service to our state and country and to congratulate him on his retirement.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to thank Mr. John Covert of Aurora, Colorado, for over seven years of service as Chief Capital Campaign Officer to The Action Center and to congratulate him on his retirement.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Family Tree for receiving the Arvada Chamber of Commerce's 2025 Nonprofit of the Year Award. Family Tree drives lasting change in Arvada by tackling the interconnected challenges of child abuse, domestic violence, and homelessness.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Kyle Negomir of Littleton, Colorado, for representing the United States in Men's Alpine Skiing at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Milan, Italy.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Stacy Gaskill of Golden, Colorado for representing the United States in Women's Snowboarding at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Milan, Italy.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Chris and Deana Hill of Odyssey Beerwerks for receiving the Arvada Chamber of Commerce's 2025 Entrepreneur of the Year Award. Odyssey Beerwerks is a values-driven brewery that blends hospitality with innovation.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Teller County Commissioner Dan Williams for receiving the 2025 Wagon Boss Award from the Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber's highest honor, the Wagon Boss Award, is given to those with a lifetime of service defined by integrity, mentorship, and civic leadership.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize John Marriott of Arvada, Colorado for receiving the Arvada Chamber of Commerce's 2025 Policy Leader of the Year Award. John Marriott began his public service in 2007 as a member of the Arvada Board of Adjustment.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Julie Dawson of Arvada, Colorado, for receiving the Arvada Chamber of Commerce's 2025 Community Champion Award. Julie is the publisher for Best Version Media and is an irreplaceable cornerstone of the Arvada community.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Equalized Productions of Arvada, Colorado for receiving the Arvada Chamber of Commerce's 2025 Business of the Year Award. This year, Equalized Productions--a locally owned, full-service audio-visual and event production company celebrates 25 years in business, marked by an unwavering commitment to quality and exceptional care for every client they serve.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to thank Rebecca Sawyer Smith of Lakewood, Colorado for her 38 years of service within the Department of Veterans Affairs and congratulate her on her retirement.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize retired firefighter Kevin Jacovetta, who passed away on September 19, 2025 from cancer. Kevin, or ``KJ'', served Arvada Fire for over 33 years.”

“Kevin's death has been designated as a Line of Duty Death--Illness (LODD-I), connected to severe burns that he sustained in 2011 while rescuing a fellow firefighter during a devastating house fire.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Joe Hengstler, the Executive Director of Olde Town Arvada Business Improvement District, who sadly passed away on September 23, 2025 after his battle with esophageal cancer.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Cub Scout Pack 545 of Broomfield on their 25th anniversary. Pack 545 has helped shape the lives of many young people in Broomfield through programming focused on leadership, community engagement, and appreciation for the outdoors.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Dr. Angela ``Angie'' Paccione for her service to constituents in Colorado as Executive Director of the Colorado Department of Higher Education (CDHE).”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and applaud Aariv Arora of Broomfield, Colorado, for earning the Rookie of the Year Award in the 2025 Congressional App Challenge.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and applaud Amy Zhang of Morrison, Colorado, for winning Best in Show in the 2025 Congressional App Challenge. Amy built EnAct: AI Guides, Vision-Impaired Act, an assistive technology app for seeing impaired individuals that describes the user's environment, helping them avoid pathway collisions.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Colorado State Representative Shannon Bird for her public service. Throughout her time in the legislature, Representative Bird has worked tirelessly to fight for all individuals.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mayor William ``Bud'' Starker for his years of public service and dedication to the City of Wheat Ridge. As a more than fifty year resident of Wheat Ridge, Mayor Starker has long been a pillar of the community.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Major General Laura Clellan of Broomfield, Colorado, on the occasion of her retirement following 36 years of service to the United States Army and the Colorado National Guard.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Tom Downey of Ireland Stapleton, PC for being named Lawyer of the Year. Additionally, Tom has been named one of The Best Lawyers in America for Administrative and Regulatory Law and Government Relations by The Best Lawyers in America publication.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Foothills Regional Housing (FRH), who is celebrating their 50th anniversary of serving as the public housing authority for Jefferson County, Colorado.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the tragic shooting at Evergreen High School in Evergreen, Colorado, that occurred on September 10, 2025. This senseless act of violence has left students, educators, and the greater Evergreen community in shock and grief.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 125th anniversary of Arvada High School. For more than a century, Arvada High School has been a central part of the community, empowering students with the tools they need to succeed in their future education.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Applewood Seed Company on their 60th year in business in Colorado. Since their founding by Gene and Dee Milstein in 1965, the Applewood Seed Company has served countless local and international customers including professional growers, landscapers, retailers, and more.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Canon City High School in Canon City, Colorado, for their well-deserved recognition by the Carnegie Foundation as an innovative school and member of the Future of High School Network.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Fire Chief David Ramos of Broomfield, Colorado, on his retirement after 41 years of service with the North Metro Fire Rescue District.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Morgan Jay Buchanan, who recently retired after nearly ten years as President of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local Union 68.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today following the horrific events of last week in my community and the rise of political violence nationally. Last week I was sitting in my office in a meeting when the phone lit up.”

“Mr. Speaker, I missed all the votes in the vote series on Monday, September 15, 2025. Had I been present, I would have voted YEA on Roll Call No. 266, final passage of H.R. 3400, the TRAVEL Act; and NAY on Roll Call No. 265, final passage of H.J.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the City of Lakewood, Colorado, for its induction into the All-America City Hall of Fame for its Sustainable Neighborhoods Program. Lakewood's Sustainable Neighborhoods program has brought residents together to promote water conservation, address food access issues, and reduce waste and neighborhood emissions.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 50th anniversary of the Conifer Area Chamber of Commerce. The Conifer Area Chamber of Commerce is a crucial support system for businesses and the community of Conifer, offering workshops on marketing, managing finances, and other economic opportunities for residents.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize New Terrain Brewing Company of Golden, Colorado, for winning a Gold Medal from the World Beer Cup, designating their Suntrip brew as a world-class beer.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Evergreen Fire/ Rescue for receiving the Mission Lifeline Emergency Medical Service Gold Award from the American Heart Association for a third consecutive year.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Elevation Beer Company of Poncha Springs, Colorado, for winning a Bronze Medal from the World Beer Cup for their Coconut Oil Man brew.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Jeremy Metz for his promotion to Chief of the West Metro Fire Protection District. Deputy Chief Jeremy Metz has served the West Metro Fire Protection District for over 27 years.”

“Colorado, on his retirement following 33 years of service to the West Metro Fire Protection District. Throughout his career, Chief Lombardi went above and beyond the line of duty, and focused on growing programs that saved Coloradans money and protected the health of our first responders.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize The Ives in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, for receiving an Eagle Award from Housing Colorado. The Ives is an affordable housing development owned by Foothills Regional Housing Authority, dedicated to prioritizing the needs of its residents.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Avi Bender of Arvada, Colorado. Avi was selected as one of 250 high school students across the country to participate in the Department of State's prestigious Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange (CBYX) Program.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Emiko Mukai of Golden, Colorado. Emiko was selected as one of 250 high school students across the country to participate in the Department of State's prestigious Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange (CBYX) Program.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Alex Willis of Leadville, Colorado for winning the USA Triathlon Winter National Championships in Breckenridge, Colorado. Alex is a third-generation ultra-triathlete and a coach who competes in snowshoeing, trail running, cycling, Nordic skiing, and more.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Dr. Kiara Kuenzler of Denver, Colorado for being named the Nexstar 2025 Remarkable Woman of Denver. During her 7-year tenure as President and CEO, Dr.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Golden Police Department of Golden, Colorado, for serving and protecting our community. We are all grateful to the Department and Chief of Police Joe Harvey, as they strive to maintain a culture of positive public engagement, equity, and compassion for all.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize John Curtis for his promotion to Chief of the South Metro Fire Department. Deputy Chief John Curtis has served the South Metro Fire Department for over twenty years.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize South Metro Fire Department Chief Bob Baker for his leadership and service over the past 40 years. Bob Baker has served with South Metro Fire Rescue as the Chief for the last ten years.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Red Rocks Elementary School on its 70th anniversary. Public schools play a critical role in shaping our communities. For over 70 years, the teachers, administrators, and support staff at Red Rocks Elementary School have helped their students achieve academic excellence by providing a rich education at their outdoor campus at the foot of the Rocky Mountains.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Evergreen, Colorado, on its 150th anniversary as a town. One hundred and fifty years ago, Dwight Wilmot petitioned the United States Postal Service to establish a post office named Evergreen in the foothills of western Denver.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Zoe Kante for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Zoe has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Presley Griego for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Presley has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Parker Wells for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Parker has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Nathan Angel Perez for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Nathan has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Madison Sours for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Madison has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Lucas Steiskal for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Lucas has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Laura Jeffries for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Laura has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Kloey Kehl for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Kloey has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Vincent Medina for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Vincent has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Tommy Seiler for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Tommy has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Ryan Wrenfrow for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Ryan has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Avery Kenkel for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Avery has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Amelia has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step. Students who strive to make the most of their education, like Amelia, develop crucial skills and a work ethic that will guide them for the rest of their lives.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Alyssa Sayers for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Alyssa has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Kai Weiss for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Kai has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Julissa Martinez for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Julissa has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Journey Bolejack for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Journey has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Isabella Garcia for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Isabella has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Eamon VanDyke for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Eamon has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Brittamarie Griffin for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Brittamarie has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Arthur Lane for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Arthur has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Jayden has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step. Students who strive to make the most of their education, like Jayden, develop crucial skills and a work ethic that will guide them for the rest of their lives.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Kariza Cortez for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Kariza has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Leyana Miller for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Leyana has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Lili Pryor for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Lili has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Makila Cordova for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Makila has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Giana Padilla for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Giana has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Ibrahim Yousuf for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Ibrahim has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Indio Porter for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Indio has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Jayden Cordic for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Jayden has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Nyx Walton for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Nyx has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I missed Roll Call votes 130 through 131. Had I been present, I would have voted NAY on Roll Call No. 130 and YEA on Roll Call No. 131.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Darci Lind Gartman for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Darci has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Devonte Bonggas-Ellenburg for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Devonte has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Caleb Gallegos for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Caleb has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Caden Beiser for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Caden has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Anastasiia Bilobrytska for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Anastasiia has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Adrienne Van Bruggen for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Adrienne has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Adalina has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step. Students who strive to make the most of their education, like Adalina, develop crucial skills and a work ethic that will guide them for the rest of their lives.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Elijah Stimpfl for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Elijah has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Elijah Bertone for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Elijah has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Chappy Sharp for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Chappy has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Dulce Villegas Menez for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Dulce has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Fernanda Orozco Saenz for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Fernanda has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Heyzel Perez for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Heyzel has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Jordan Reil for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Jordan has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Lilith Roberts- Ruiz for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Lilith has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Noah Trask for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Noah has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Dayanara Tiscareno Escalera for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Dayanara has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Thomas Dempster for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Thomas has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Alfonze Romero for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Alfonze has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Alma Moreno Del Valle for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Alma has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Violeta Monserrat Diaz Martinez for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Violeta has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Ricky has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step. Students who strive to make the most of their education, like Ricky, develop crucial skills and a work ethic that will guide them for the rest of their lives.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Perla Lopez for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Perla has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Naomi Kiara Chuquihuccha Madueno for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Naomi has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Aden Cordova Rubio for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Aden has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Brody Hafer for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Brody has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Crystal Lozano Gutierrez for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Crystal has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Diego Estrada Ponce for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Diego has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Diego Moreno for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Diego has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Jose Luis Gonzalez Chacon for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Jose has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Marisol Chavez for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Marisol has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Miya Atencio for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Miya has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Rayne Sucher for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Rayne has overcome many challenges along their journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Abdullahi Ali for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Abdullahi has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Alexander Aro Cavillo for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Alexander has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Arturo Aro for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Arturo has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Avaya Barnes for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Avaya has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Gael Alvarez Acosta for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Gael has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Joshua Bates for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Joshua has overcome many challenges along their journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Juan Diego Camacho Rodriguez for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Juan has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Alexya Sandoval-Perez for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Alexya has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Cristian Guillen-Reyes for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Cristian has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Isabella Ekman for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Isabella has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Jackson Minor for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Jackson has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Jackson Rogers for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Jackson has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Jaretssy Sandoval-Perez for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Jaretssy has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Javier Rangel for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Javier has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Adele Mayer for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Adele has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Alexis DeLeo for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Alexis has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Chloe Sherman for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Chloe has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague from Massachusetts for yielding me time. Mr. Speaker, I rise in opposition to the rule that will kill our bipartisan effort to allow parents who have welcomed a new child to vote remotely.”

“Mr. Speaker, I thank my friend and colleague for yielding. Mr. Speaker, I understand that my colleague, Representative Luna, has done everything she can to try to find a path forward, and this is ultimately the only option that existed at the end.”

“Mr. Speaker, pursuant to clause 2(c) of rule XV, I rise to provide notice my intent to offer a motion to discharge the Committee on Rules from the further consideration of House Resolution 164.”

“Mr. Speaker, I recently gave birth and am unable to travel to D.C. to vote. Had I been present, I would have voted: YEA on Roll Call No. 89, and YEA on Roll Call No. 90.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Carlos Alberto Gutierrez Pachecho for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Carlos has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize James Millard for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. James has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Sarbelio Guevara Gonzalez for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Sarbelio has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Tasia Howard for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Tasia has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Abel Harris for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Abel has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Angel Lamus Bonilla for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Angel has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Aulonnie Lopez for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Aulonnie has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Avtar Gross for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Avtar has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Bellatrix Fail for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Bellatrix has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Danovin Barscocchini for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Danovin has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Arianna Roberts Garcia for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Arianna has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Amelia Ferkuniak for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Amelia has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Alexandria Carpenter for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Alexandria has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Emma Drumm for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Emma has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Isaac Dewolf for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Isaac has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Jayden DeGroot for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Jayden has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Luke Setelin for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Luke has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Reagan Chessmore for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Reagan has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Zoe Williams for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Zoe has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Argjend Krasniqi for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Argjend has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Veronica Quezada for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Veronica has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Nayeli Andazola for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Nayeli has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Valeria Seanz Alvarado for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Valeria has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Michael Racinowski for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Michael has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Rachelle Martinez Marentes for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Rachelle has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Christelle Kumeso for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Christelle has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Pete Rapa for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Pete has overcome many challenges along his journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Alicia Montoya for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Alicia has overcome many challenges along her journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Omar Lautenbach for earning the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth Award. Omar has overcome many challenges along their journey to success, demonstrating perseverance at every step.”

“Mr. Speaker, I thank my friend for yielding. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong opposition to this rule which restricts moms and dads from doing their jobs after welcoming a new child.”

“Mr. Speaker, first of all, thank you for signing our discharge petition. We are asking you to continue to stand with us because no mom or dad should be in the position that I was in and so many parents have found themselves in.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Nathan Whittington of Broomfield, Colorado for receiving the 2024 Statewide Emergency Manager of the Year Award. As the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office's Emergency Manager, Nathan leads coordination and response plans during natural disasters and other emergencies.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Chancellor Joe Garcia on his retirement from the Colorado Community College System (CCCS). Joe spent more than 35 years working in higher education and leaves CCCS in a strong position for the future.”

“Mr. Speaker, I recently gave birth and am unable to travel to D.C. to vote. Had I been present, I would have voted NAY on Roll Call No. 61 and NAY on Roll Call No. 62.”

“Mr. Speaker, I missed votes due to recently giving birth. Had I been present, I would have voted NAY on Roll Call No. 46; NAY on Roll Call No. 47; YEA on Roll Call No. 48; and YEA on Roll Call No. 49.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today with my newborn, Sam, who is just 4 weeks old. Unfortunately, I wasn't given the opportunity to vote remotely after giving birth. Nevertheless, I wasn't going to let that stop me from being here to represent my constituents and vote ``no'' on this disastrous Republican budget proposal.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Annette Stolba of Buena Vista, Colorado for her 42 years of service with the Chaffee County Communications Center. Annette began her career as a public safety dispatcher in 1983 before 911 emergency services were available.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Corrine Servis of Salida, Colorado for being named the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Department's 2024 Park Ranger of the Year. She was chosen from over 115 rangers statewide.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Foothills Young Marines for being the 2024 ``Division 4 Young Marine Unit of the Year.'' The Young Marines encourages young people to uphold the Marine Corps' core values of honor, courage, and commitment while serving their local communities.”

“Mr. Speaker, due to travel restrictions related to my pregnancy, I was unable to travel to DC to vote. Had I been present, I would have voted YEA on Roll Call No. 16 and NAY on Roll Call No. 17.”

“Mr. Speaker, due to travel restrictions related to my pregnancy, I was unable to travel to D.C. to vote. Had I been present, I would have voted YEA on Roll Call No. 8 and YEA on Roll Call No. 9.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Tracy Kraft- Tharp of Jefferson County, Colorado for her service as a Jefferson County Commissioner. Commissioner Kraft-Tharp's commitment to working across the aisle to find bipartisan solutions for the benefit of Colorado is truly remarkable.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Keith Baker of Chaffee County, Colorado for his service to the people of Salida, Buena Vista, and Poncha Springs on the Chaffee County Board of County Commissioners.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Greg Felt of Chaffee County, Colorado for his service to the people of Salida, Buena Vista, and Poncha Springs, on the Chaffee County Board of County Commissioners.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Richard ``Dick'' Elsner of Park County, Colorado for his service to the people of Fairplay, Alma, Bailey, and other rural communities, on the Park County Board of County Commissioners.”