What Josh Harder said, and what was done

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor the extraordinary career of Kay Ruhstaller, Chief Executive Officer of the Family Resource Center in San Joaquin County. After more than three decades of transformational leadership, fearless advocacy, and unwavering commitment to children and families, Kay leaves behind a legacy that has strengthened countless lives across the Central Valley.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and celebrate the extraordinary career of Mr. Don Bott as he retires after 41 years of dedicated service as an educator in Stockton, California.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life, service, and enduring legacy of Ms. Winnie Beatrice ``Bea'' Richardson, a proud member of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion during World War II, as her family will gather in Texas on June 13, 2026, to commemorate her contributions to our Nation.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and celebrate the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce as it marks 125 years of service to the Central Valley community. Founded on February 21, 1901, the Chamber has long served as the authoritative voice for thousands of local businesspeople, championing economic growth, civic leadership, and regional collaboration.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and celebrate the San Joaquin Delta College Women's Basketball Team for their historic achievement in securing their first-ever State Championship title.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to solemnly commemorate the 40th anniversary of Saka Nakodar and to stand in remembrance with the Sikh community at the Stockton Gurdwara Sahib.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Stockton Symphony during its 2026-2027 Centennial concert season. For a century, the Stockton Symphony has enriched the cultural life of Stockton and the Central Valley, bringing artistic excellence, educational opportunity, and community connection to generations of families.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Tony Franks for his extraordinary leadership, historic achievements, and decades of service to student-athletes at St. Mary's High School in Stockton.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 2025 varsity football team of St. Mary's High School of Stockton, California, for winning the CIF Division Two AA State Championship and delivering a historic season for their school and community.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of Rebecca Nabors, the first Black woman elected to the Stockton City Council. Her decades of service as an educator, advocate, and leader, left an enduring impact on South Stockton.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today because this weekend my community in Stockton, California, was shaken by a horrific mass shooting. Families were gathered at a banquet hall for a 2-year-old's birthday party.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today along with my colleague, Congressman Mark DeSaulnier, to recognize and celebrate the retirement and career of Stacey Mortensen, whose visionary leadership has transformed public transportation across the Central Valley and Northern California.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 160th anniversary of the First Congregational Church of Stockton--a steadfast pillar of faith, fellowship, and service in the heart of the Central Valley.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 175th anniversary of St. John the Evangelist Episcopal Church in Stockton, a congregation whose presence has helped define the heart and history of the city since 1850.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the opening of The Cambodian Experience: Our Journey to America, Finding Freedom at the Haggin Museum in Stockton, California. This exhibit documents the experiences of Cambodian Americans, tracing their journey from the atrocities of the Khmer Rouge regime to refugee resettlement and community building in the United States.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Sovanna Koeurt for her decades of service to the Southeast Asian community in Stockton and the broader San Joaquin Valley. Ms.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and celebrate the 100th birthday of an American hero, Sergeant Frank S. Wright of Lodi, California. As one of the last surviving members of the original United States Marine Corps Raiders, Sergeant Wright stands as a living testament to the courage, resilience, and dedication to country.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and celebrate the 175th Anniversary of Temple Israel of Stockton, one of the oldest continuously operating Jewish congregations west of the Rocky Mountains.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise during Wildfire Awareness Month to recognize the 1st anniversary of the Corral Fire in San Joaquin County, California, and to honor the brave men and women who risked their lives to contain this dangerous wildfire.”

“Madam Speaker, I rise in support of my bill, the Nutria Eradication and Control Reauthorization Act of 2025, because communities in California and across the country are in a war right now against these giant swamp rats.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today because tens of thousands of acres are on fire in my State of California. More than 10,000 families have no home to go back to.”

“Today, thankfully, my colleagues joined me in finally taking the first big step in dealing with this crisis. We passed the historic Fix Our Forests Act to finally do what is badly needed: real, comprehensive wildfire protection.”