What Harriet M. Hageman said, and what was done

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Faith Gomez of Jamestown, Wyoming on her remarkable first-place finish in the Freedom250 National Student Art Contest. This competition held in honor of our country's historic 250th anniversary challenged students across the states and territories to select an American hero who shaped the Nation today.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Tessa Kenyon of Riverton on her selection as a National Officer for the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate high school senior Miriam Washut of Lander on winning the grand prize in the Presidential 1776 Award. This national civics contest challenges high school students across the country on their knowledge of the Founders, the Revolutionary War, and the documents that delivered the birth of our Republic.”

“Mr. Chair, I rise today in strong support of H.R. 8595, the National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act. I commend Chairman Diaz-Balart for his bold leadership to reform U.S. foreign aid over the last several funding cycles.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to speak about something spectacular, something worthy of a year-long celebration, and something that will shortly be lighting up the skies from sea to shining sea: the 250th anniversary of the creation of the greatest country that has ever existed.”

“Just this last summer, we learned that the number of American adults who claim to be very proud of their country reached another record low. In Gallup's 25-year patriotism survey, just 17 percent, or less than one in five American adults, reported that they were very proud of being an American.”

“Mr. Speaker, our 250-year quest to become a more perfect union has always involved asking hard questions and self-reflection: How do we fulfill the promises of our founding documents in the context of governing this vast country from east to west and north to south?”

“Mr. Speaker, I stand here to remind Americans about how our united history, culture, language, literature, art, music, traditions, and innovations that define us as a nation long predate our independence.”

“The existence of America to those who came before this country was willed into existence by our forefathers and those willing to die for their noble cause was a dream: a paradise of freedom away from religious persecution and in harmony with neighbors, a place united by the Christian values that championed the family and preserved individual liberty.”

“Day, we honor those who died, making the ultimate sacrifice. It is because of them that we are able to celebrate Independence Day. They are why we made it to America 250.”

“Mr. Speaker, I am calling on all Americans to embrace this once-in-a-generation chance to be a part of this historic celebration. Honor our war heroes. Practice gratitude for their service.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to expose and challenge the climate shakedowns at the root of increasing energy costs being imposed on every American. For decades, the left has waged a war against our energy industry, seeking to regulate them out of business.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate brothers Gaylon, Mark, and Verdean Heiner on their remarkable receipt of the Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award. This award is reserved for aviators of the highest caliber and is a testament to the Heiner brothers as representing an extraordinary family carrying the legacy of the Ohio brothers who transformed mankind's reality in 1903.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate the hardworking men and women who have worked around the clock to keep the Simplot Rock Springs plant operating for 40 years.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Cheyenne's Luxury Diner, celebrating 100 years serving Wyoming. The story of this treasured institution extends far beyond the diner's first meal.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate the L&H Industrial team on receiving the 2026 Wyoming Small Business Person of the Year Award. Mike Wandler, Jason Percifield, Dustin Roush, and Gage Wandler accepted the award after their Gillette company manufactured critical material to propel mankind's return to the Moon.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize an extraordinary Wyoming educator whose retirement marks the end of an era for the Casper College ag department. Heath Hornecker's relationship with Casper College began many years ago when the Douglas graduate followed his passion and his talent to judge livestock for Casper.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Scott Matheny, a Wyoming guide who has served our State as Campbell County Sheriff and as someone who has had an outsized impact on the lives of so many.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to express my strong opposition to H.R. 1346. This bill is disastrous for Wyoming refiners and independent petroleum producers, leading to a direct loss of at least 750 jobs in my home State.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Cody and Crystal Myers on being named honorees for the Boys & Girls Club's Sixth Annual Awards and Recognition Breakfast this morning.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 6387 to ensure States are not unjustly penalized under the Clean Air Act for engaging in responsible, proactive wildfire mitigation activities.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Mike Stepp and his family on 70 years of sweetening Casper's history with Donells Candies. The Stepp family opened their candy shop in 1956 on a busy strip in northeast Casper.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Mark Pepper on his retirement from the Wyoming Association of Rural Water Systems after 20 years of dedicated service.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Wyoming Highway Patrol Administrator Colonel Tim Cameron on his retirement after nearly five decades of serving in law enforcement.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Jen Womack of Newcastle, Wyoming, for being named the 2025 Person of the Year by the Newsletter Journal. Jen has long been a cornerstone of both her Newcastle community and our State.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of my bill, H.R. 5910, which amends the Long-Term Leasing Act to authorize any federally recognized Indian Tribe to lease land held in trust for its benefit for up to 99 years.”

“Congress for enactment of a new authorization slows the process to the detriment of the Tribe. Although Congress has acted more than 50 times to allow for lease terms greater than 25 years, more autonomy and flexibility are needed.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of S. 1383, the SAVE America Act, which I am proud to cosponsor and hope will pass the House floor today.”

“I rise today to recognize and congratulate Lou Taubert Ranch Outfitters of Casper, Wyoming, for being named one of the 50 best clothing stores in America by The New York Times.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to express my strong support for H.J. Res. 142, which provides for necessary and lawful congressional oversight of the District of Columbia. This legislation rightly exercises Congress' clear constitutional authority to intervene in the District's affairs when its interests, or those of its residents, are at risk.”

“Mr. Speaker, I thank Mr. Smith for the honor of being able to speak this evening. Mr. Speaker, I rise tonight as we mark with sadness the anniversary of the Roe v.”

“Life begins at conception, and it is our solemn duty as lawmakers to defend those who cannot speak for themselves. We should never tire of advocating for the most vulnerable among us, and we must continue striving for a culture that cherishes life at every stage.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Laramie, Wyoming's very own Frank Crum for his performance and touchdown in the Denver Broncos playoff win versus the Buffalo Bills this past weekend.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor one of Wyoming's remaining World War II veterans, Mr. Bob Willis of Laramie, who recently turned 101 years old. Mr. Willis served his country as an infantryman during some of the fiercest fighting of the war, including the Battle of the Bulge.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 5184, the Affordable HOMES Act. H.R. 5184 would eliminate the Department of Energy's authority to impose redundant energy efficiency standards for manufactured housing that are already undertaken by other Federal agencies.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor the life and legacy of Mr. Darrell Walker, who dutifully served his Sublette County community across many roles for over 50 years.”

“Mr. Speaker, today I rise to honor Wyoming Highway Patrol Dispatcher Chris McGuire, who served our State for 35 years. Chris handled split-second decisions, juggled multiple emergencies at once, and saved lives on Wyoming's highways.”

“Mr. Chairman, I rise today in strong support of modernizing our permitting system through the SPEED Act. While other nations are rushing to win the AI race, build out energy generation, and modernize infrastructure, America is stuck in the 20th century.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of S. 356 to reauthorize the Secure Rural Schools program. Mr. Speaker, with such a large percentage of Wyoming's resources historically locked up in Federal lands, including national forests, communities across my State have long weathered challenges associated with reduced flexibility and a decreased tax base.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of the DUMP Red Tape Act and thank Representative Wied for his leadership on this crucial deregulatory initiative. In addition to regulations that are promulgated pursuant to the Administrative Procedure Act, there exists a vast scope of additional regulatory documents that impact small businesses.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of H.R. 6019. Included in the Senate amendment to H.R. 5371 was a section providing for a private right of action for those Senators who were targeted by the Biden administration to access their cell phone data.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of my legislation, H.J. Res. 130, which utilizes the congressional disapproval procedure under the Congressional Review Act, or CRA, to restore coal leasing in Wyoming's Powder River Basin.”

“FLPMA, and neither does it align with Congress' multiple use mandate. The Biden RMP is instead very clearly a mineral withdrawal enacted by climate activists in direct violation of the law.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of H. Res. 719, Honoring the life and legacy of Charles ``Charlie'' James Kirk. I had the honor of working with Charlie over the last several years, and he gave voice to so many young people.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of H.R. 3015, the National Coal Council Reestablishment Act. I have often said that coal is the energy of the future, and under the leadership of President Trump and this Congress, coal is rightfully back in favor in Washington, D.C.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 4922 so that we may redefine what is considered to be a youth offender from 24 years to 18 years and repeal the D.C. criminal court provision that allows youthful offenders to receive sentences less than the mandatory minimum required by law.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 672 to designate single, unique ZIP Codes for communities across the United States. H.R. 672, which includes the community of Mills, Wyoming, would resolve longstanding issues that have continually impacted a host of services, ranging from the delivery of mail to confusion for the local fire department and utilities providers, while also complicating economic development.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a remarkable Wyoming institution, the Bill Cody Ranch, as it celebrates its centennial. For 100 years, the Bill Cody Ranch has welcomed guests from across the country, giving them a taste of the American West.”

“The Bill Cody Ranch continues as a living legacy of stewardship, hospitality, and dedication to our way of life. Please join me in congratulating the ranch and the many families who have called it home on reaching this marvelous milestone.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in favor of my bill, H.R. 677, the Expedited Appeals Review Act, or EARA. This bill addresses the backlog of appeals before the Interior Board of Land Appeals, or IBLA.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of my legislation, H.R. 1001, which requires the Bureau of Reclamation and the Western Area Power Administration, or WAPA, to enter into a memorandum of understanding to address the impacts that bypass flows at Glen Canyon Dam have had on the Upper Colorado River Basin Fund.”

“The ROD calls for higher flows at the dam to combat the presence of predatory smallmouth bass which threaten the federally protected humpback chub. These higher flows bypass hydropower generators in order to cool the river temperature below the dam in an attempt to disrupt smallmouth bass downstream.”

“Mr. Speaker, I like being in the top five. I rise to recognize Wyoming's outstanding small businesses during this Small Business Week. Like Wyoming's diverse topography, from pastures to sagebrush to majestic mountains, our small business landscape boasts a robust variety of services and industries.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the legacy of my friend and a great Wyomingite, Juli Spitzer. Juli never met a stranger, and her life was defined by the love she had for her neighbors and the communities she called home in Sublette and Teton Counties.”

“Mr. Speaker, today we gather to honor and remember a remarkable leader, Anthony ``Al'' Addison. Al's life was defined by service, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to the Northern Arapaho Tribe, leaving a legacy that will inspire generations.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 28 to prohibit federally funded schools from allowing men to compete in women's sports. Mr. Speaker, I find it truly staggering that we as Congress have to even consider such an issue, but here we are.”