What Jack Bergman said, and what was done

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to congratulate Dr. Thomas McKee for earning the 2026 Yooper Super of the Year Award, an honor that reflects his outstanding leadership of Rudyard Area Schools.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the extraordinary achievement of the Alpena High School Engineering Team, who recently represented Michigan's 1st Congressional District with distinction at the Great Lakes ROV Competition.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize Ms. Sophia Shaft of Canton, Michigan, for her extraordinary achievement in winning the Panamerican Weightlifting Championship in Panama City, Panama. At just 21 years old, Sophia represented the United States with distinction, discipline, and poise.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize Mr. Gary Chapman for being named Dickinson County Veteran of the Year. This well-deserved honor reflects his steadfast dedication to his fellow Servicemembers, the communities throughout Michigan's Upper Peninsula, and our Nation.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize Don Baty of Grayling, Michigan for his decades of leadership and dedicated service to Northern Michigan and the Republican Party of Crawford County.”

“Michigan. After graduating from Hastings High School, Don went on to attend the University of Michigan, where he was a member of the Wolverines football team. Upon completing his education, he entered the medical field, working first at the University of Michigan Hospital before moving into medical equipment sales.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the enduring legacy of the United States Coast Guard Cutter (USCGC) Mackinaw and to commend the Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum as it approaches the 20th anniversary of preserving the proud history of this legendary ship for future generations.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize Eugene ``Gene'' Smith of Germfask, Michigan, as he celebrates his 102nd birthday. Born in Utica, Michigan, on June 7, 1924, Gene came to Germfask as an infant and has spent more than a century building a legacy of service, hard work, and dedication to his community.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the lasting impact of Oleson's Food Stores as they approach an extraordinary milestone, their 100th anniversary of providing fresh, high-quality food products as well as exceptional service to the communities of Northern Michigan.”

“Spanning four generations of family ownership, Oleson's Food Stores has become a cornerstone of the communities they serve. Their success is not a story of luck, but one of hard work, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to customers.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor and recognize Benjamin Twiggs, ``The Original Cherry Store,'' as they celebrate 60 years of offering the finest cherry products in the country.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor and to recognize Habitat for Humanity, Grand Traverse Region (Habitat-GTR), as they celebrate 40 years of dedicated service to strengthening communities throughout Northern Michigan.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating Isabella Weller on earning the most prestigious award in Girl Scouting, the Gold Award.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the lasting impact of the Boys and Girls Club of Alpena as it approaches an extraordinary milestone, their 100th anniversary of service to the youth of Northern Michigan.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize Ray Minervini, an extraordinary Northern Michigan leader, on being named the 2025 Distinguished Service Award recipient by Traverse Connect, one of the region's most prestigious civic honors, which has been presented annually since 1929.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor and to recognize Michelle Crocker, the longest serving county clerk currently in office in the state of Michigan, as she marks the 30th anniversary of her swearing in as Leelanau County Clerk.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Aviation Maintenance Technician Chief Jason Vaughn of the United States Coast Guard for his outstanding service to our Nation and his steadfast commitment to the Grand Traverse community as he retires from his distinguished military career.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize Eliza Aldridge, a senior at Leeland Public School, for being named the 2026 Michigan Poetry Out Loud State Champion. This outstanding achievement reflects not only Eliza's dedication and talent, but also the strength of educational opportunities available to students across Northern Michigan.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor two remarkable voices of Northern Michigan, Ron Jolly and Colleen Wares McClelland, whose decades of service in the broadcasting industry informed, entertained, and connected communities across the state of Michigan.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Petoskey High School Steel Drum Band on being selected to represent Michigan in the ``Salute to Independence 250th-USA Celebration Parade,'' commemorating America's Semiquincentennial Anniversary.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of William Huston Gnodtke, a steadfast public servant, devoted husband and father, and a tireless advocate for the State of Michigan, who passed away on February 16, 2026, at the age of 87.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to congratulate James and Wendy Falkner for their many years of dedication to Kilwins Chocolates, Fudge, and Ice Cream, and to commend them on their recent purchase of the Kilwins store in Traverse City, Michigan.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize Mr. Bill Sweet on being named Veteran of the Year by the Grand Traverse Area Veterans Coalition. This well-deserved distinction reflects his steadfast dedication to his fellow Servicemembers, the communities throughout Northern Michigan, and our Nation.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize Mr. Scott O'Dell on being named New Teacher of the Year by the Michigan Association of Career and Technical Education (MI ACTE).”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today with a heavy heart to honor the life and legacy of a truly remarkable man, my cousin, my friend, and a true pillar of his community, Robert ``Bob'' Backon.”

“Bob passed away on February 15 at the age of 83, leaving behind a legacy defined by service to his family, his students, and the community that he loved so deeply.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize Sergeant Dennis Wagner of the Michigan State Police for his decisive actions and lifesaving efforts in responding to a medical emergency at Nub's Nob Ski Resort.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and recognize the Menominee High School football team on winning the Division 7 Michigan State Championship. This remarkable and well-deserved accomplishment reflects these young men's commitment to excellence, their dedication to teamwork, and the steadfast support of their community.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Menominee Maroons football team. The Maroons proudly represented Michigan's First Congressional District and the Upper Peninsula by winning the Michigan Division 7 State championship, capping off a 14-0 season.”

“Mr. Speaker, in small towns and communities across America, rural hospitals are critical lifelines. They provide emergency care, support seniors and veterans, deliver behavioral health services, assist mothers who are giving birth, supply pharmacy services, and serve as major local employers.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commemorate the 102nd anniversary of the founding of the Republic of Turkiye. On October 29, 1923, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk proclaimed the establishment of the Republic, ushering in a new era of modernization and progress for the Turkish people.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 50th anniversary of the wreck of the S.S. Edmund Fitzgerald on November 10, 1975, and the 29 crewmates who tragically lost their lives off the shores of Lake Superior.”

“Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize and honor Camilla ``Cam'' Williams for her extraordinary dedication, service, and unwavering commitment to the Republican Party and to our shared conservative values.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and celebrate the East Jordan Area Chamber of Commerce for its continued leadership in hosting the 2025 Portside Art Fair, one of Northern Michigan's most prestigious and long-standing artistic traditions.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and celebrate the 140th anniversary of Beth Shalom congregation. This historic synagogue, recognized as a state historical site, holds the distinction of being the oldest continuously operating synagogue in our state.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the extraordinary achievements of the Alpena Community College which is remotely operated and located in Alpena, Michigan, in the lower peninsula on the Sunrise Coast.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the extraordinary achievements of the Alpena Community College remotely operated vehicle (ROV) team, known as the Aquajacks, who recently represented Michigan's First Congressional District with distinction at the 2025 Marine Advanced Technology Education Remotely Operated Vehicle World Championship hosted in Alpena, Michigan.”

“Mr. Speaker, on this 27th day in the month of June in the year 2025, we recognize Mark Ratner of Battle Creek, Michigan, for concluding his time on Capitol Hill after more than 20 years of outstanding service to the American people in the United States House of Representatives.”

“Mr. Chairman, I thank my dear friend and fellow PATH Caucus co-chair, Congressman Correa, for his work on this amendment. Washington, D.C., has built its success on good partnerships, especially across the aisle, on issues that benefit all of our Americans, not just a few.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in belated recognition of Post-Traumatic Growth Day--I repeat, post-traumatic growth. Observed annually on June 13 as part of National PTSD Awareness Month, this effort was initiated by Boulder Crest Foundation, a nationally recognized nonprofit helping veterans, first responders, and their families turn their struggles into strength.”

“Mr. Speaker, once again, I encourage all Members to support this legislation and send our colleague, Mr. Connolly, our best wishes and prayers. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time.”

“Mr. Speaker, once again, I encourage all Members to support this legislation, and I yield back the balance of my time. Mr. McGARVEY. Mr. Speaker, I yield myself the balance of my time.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to express my deepest gratitude to the electric cooperatives and linemen who worked tirelessly to restore power to the communities of Northern Michigan following the devastating ice storm of March 2025.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of this Senate amendment to the fiscal year 2025 budget resolution. Let's be clear about what we are voting on today. We are not voting on the budget.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to thank the courageous men and women responding to the historic ice storm that left tens of thousands without power across northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula.”

“Mr. Speaker, in my office on Capitol Hill hangs a service banner--14 inches high by 8.5 inches wide, with a blue border, a white center, and a red star in the center.”