What Russell Fry said, and what was done

“Mr. Speaker, I thank Joe Wilson for organizing this fitting tribute to a statesman who we will surely miss. I join my colleagues here both from South Carolina but really around the country, and indeed around the world, in mourning the passing of our senior Senator, statesman Lindsey Graham.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Deputy Solicitor Jacob Lynn Godwin of Hartsville, South Carolina, upon receiving the Order of the Palmetto, our State's highest civilian honor.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Latta High School baseball team on winning the Class A state title in South Carolina. This championship marks the program's 10th state title and its first since 2018, a tremendous accomplishment that reflects the team's determination, resilience, and commitment to excellence.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the career of my friend, Lonnie Thompson, of Florence, South Carolina, on his retirement after 45 years of service to SOPAKCO.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Carroll E. ``Ed'' Hawn, Jr., a veteran, a hardworking member of his community, and someone who will be deeply missed.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of Diane Orlowski. She was a true force of nature. We came to know her affectionately on the campaign as Mama Deetz.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor Department of Natural Resources Officer Charles Ruth for 31 years of exceptional service to the State of South Carolina.”

“Mr. Speaker, in rather sad news, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Eddie Floyd of Florence, South Carolina. Dr. Floyd was a lifelong Gamecock, a respected physician, a pillar in his community, but more than his titles, he really embodied a life of service to others.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the opening of the Purdy Welcome Center and Conservatory Gardens at Brookgreen Gardens, a National Historic Landmark in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina.”

“Mr. Speaker, I think it is important to set the scene in contrast to some of the revisionist history that Democrats seem to be talking about today. The definition of a showerhead was outlined very clearly in a 1975 act that Congress passed, not some bureaucrat and not some administration.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support of H.R. 3632, the Power Plant Reliability Act, introduced by my colleague from the Ninth District of Virginia. This legislation enhances existing authorities under Federal law to provide targeted and temporary relief when premature plant closures create a shortage of electricity until sufficient replacements can come online.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Izzy Soto and her teammates on the United States National Development Team for winning a gold medal at the 2025 Pan American Inline Hockey Championships in Oaxtepec, Morelos, Mexico.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew of Constantinople, a spiritual leader recognized around the world as both a bridge builder and a peacemaker.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Domtar Marlboro Mill in Bennettsville, South Carolina, which since 1990 has been a cornerstone of economic growth, innovation, and community service.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of a remarkable man and devoted member of the Myrtle Beach community, Mr. Lloyd W. Coppedge, who passed away on July 19th at the age of 80, surrounded by family and friends.”

“Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize an incredible public servant and a great friend, Mayor Marilyn Hatley of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, who is retiring after two decades of public service.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the Navy Club of Georgetown, South Carolina, as it celebrates an extraordinary milestone, its 100th anniversary. Since 1925, this group has united veterans of the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the incredible season of the Coastal Carolina University baseball team. With grit, heart, and determination, these young men made the Chanticleer Nation, the Grand Strand, and all of South Carolina incredibly proud.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of a dear friend of mine and a fixture in the Surfside Beach community, Mr. Robert Franklin Childs III, known to most as Bob.”

“Mr. Speaker, the Big Beautiful Bill Act is exactly what this country needs. It is bold. It is clear. It is packed with real solutions. While Democrats have buried their heads in the sand on the biggest issues facing America, Republicans are stepping up.”

“Unfortunately, law enforcement officers face the continued threat of unprovoked and ambush-style attacks. The bill before us, the Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act, would require the Attorney General to develop a series of reports related to violent attacks on law enforcement officers.”

“Mr. Speaker, hanging this plaque is the least that we could do to honor those who have fought and died and given their lives for us, this body.”

“Mr. Speaker, just to discuss a few of the extraneous comments that were made by the minority party, the officer that is currently employed by a Federal law enforcement agency must be in good standing.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Bobby Tyner, who passed away peacefully at his home in Surfside Beach, South Carolina, this week. Bobby was a faithful steward of the Palmetto State and dutifully served our country as an engineer in the U.S.”

“Mr. Speaker, Wednesday, January 29, has been recognized as Honda Talon Day in South Carolina. Governor McMaster declared this day of official celebration in response to the Honda Talon being named ``Coolest Thing Made in South Carolina'' by the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of a dear friend and dedicated public servant, Gerri McDaniel. Gerri had a fierce determination to better her community not just with her words but with her actions, as well.”