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What Ryan K. Zinke said, and what was done

U.S. Representative, Montana 1st district · Republican

18 statements quoted from the Congressional Record, each cited to the page it is printed on and set against this member’s recorded votes.

What was said, and what was done

2026-07-13

RECOGNIZING THE SERVICE OF YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK SUPERINTENDENT CAM SHOLLY

Remarks What was said on the floor, quoted and cited, with no reading of it written here.

House floor · Congressional Record, July 13, 2026, p. E674

What was said

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the selfless service of Yellowstone National Park Superintendent Cam Sholly, a man who has demonstrated unwavering dedication to preserving and protecting America's best idea, our National Park system.”

Ryan K. Zinke, Congressional Record, July 13, 2026, p. E674

Remarks in the Congressional Record of July 13, 2026.

Set against the record

No vote is matched to this statement. What it refers to is named in the summary.

2026-06-04

RECOGNIZING AND HONORING SHERIFF DAN SPRINGER

Remarks What was said on the floor, quoted and cited, with no reading of it written here.

House floor · Congressional Record, June 4, 2026, p. E526

What was said

“Mr. Speaker, as our Nation marks the 250th anniversary of American independence, I rise to recognize Sheriff Dan Springer, an extraordinary Montanan who works every day to ensure the safety and security of his community.”

Ryan K. Zinke, Congressional Record, June 4, 2026, p. E526

Remarks in the Congressional Record of June 4, 2026.

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No vote is matched to this statement. What it refers to is named in the summary.

2026-05-21

RECOGNIZING THE GLACIER RANGE RIDERS AND THEIR GROWING IMPACT ON THE FLATHEAD VALLEY AND THE STATE OF MONTANA

Remarks What was said on the floor, quoted and cited, with no reading of it written here.

House floor · Congressional Record, May 21, 2026, p. E480

What was said

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Glacier Range Riders and their growing impact on the Flathead Valley and the State of Montana. Baseball has long been considered America's pastime, bringing communities together through a shared love of competition and tradition.”

Ryan K. Zinke, Congressional Record, May 21, 2026, p. E480

Remarks in the Congressional Record of May 21, 2026.

Set against the record

No vote is matched to this statement. What it refers to is named in the summary.

2026-05-19

RECOGNIZING THE HISTORIC LEGACY OF THE BLUE MOON NITE CLUB

Remarks What was said on the floor, quoted and cited, with no reading of it written here.

House floor · Congressional Record, May 19, 2026, p. E467

What was said

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the historic legacy and lasting impact of the Blue Moon Nite Club, a Montana staple that for generations has served as a gathering place, dance hall. and symbol of community in the Flathead Valley.”

Ryan K. Zinke, Congressional Record, May 19, 2026, p. E467

Remarks in the Congressional Record of May 19, 2026.

Set against the record

No vote is matched to this statement. What it refers to is named in the summary.

2026-05-19

RECOGNIZING THE BRASH RODEO AND ITS CONTINUED CONTRIBUTION TO PRESERVING MONTANA'S HERITAGE

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House floor · Congressional Record, May 19, 2026, p. E459

What was said

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Brash Rodeo and its continued contribution to preserving Montana's western heritage and way of life. For more than 150 years, rodeo has been an important part of Montana's culture, celebrating the tradition and values that defined the American West and made the official state sport of Montana in 2025.”

Ryan K. Zinke, Congressional Record, May 19, 2026, p. E459

Remarks in the Congressional Record of May 19, 2026.

Set against the record

No vote is matched to this statement. What it refers to is named in the summary.

2026-05-14

RECOGNIZING AND HONORING AI SCHELLINGER

Remarks What was said on the floor, quoted and cited, with no reading of it written here.

House floor · Congressional Record, May 14, 2026, p. E447

What was said

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor Al Schellinger from Flathead Valley, Montana, for a lifetime of leadership and service to the people and communities of Northwest Montana.”

Ryan K. Zinke, Congressional Record, May 14, 2026, p. E447

Remarks in the Congressional Record of May 14, 2026.

Set against the record

No vote is matched to this statement. What it refers to is named in the summary.

2026-04-27

RECOGNIZING THE LEGACY AND LASTING IMPACT OF GEORGE OSTROM

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House floor · Congressional Record, April 27, 2026, p. E370

What was said

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 250th year since our Nation's founding by recognizing the legacy and lasting impact of George Ostrom, a legendary voice of Montana's Flathead Valley.”

Ryan K. Zinke, Congressional Record, April 27, 2026, p. E370

Remarks in the Congressional Record of April 27, 2026.

Set against the record

No vote is matched to this statement. What it refers to is named in the summary.

2026-04-15

RECOGNIZING ARTEMIS II MISSION ENGINEERS DANIEL BACA AND JEREMIAH HALL

Remarks What was said on the floor, quoted and cited, with no reading of it written here.

House floor · Congressional Record, April 15, 2026, p. E328

What was said

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and celebrate the achievements of Daniel Baca and Jeremiah Hall from Montana's Flathead Valley, who both played key roles in NASA's historic Artemis II mission.”

Ryan K. Zinke, Congressional Record, April 15, 2026, p. E328

Remarks in the Congressional Record of April 15, 2026.

Set against the record

No vote is matched to this statement. What it refers to is named in the summary.

2026-03-27

RECOGNIZING THE GRANT-KOHRS RANCH NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE IN DEER LODGE, MONTANA IN CELEBRATION OF AMERICA'S 25

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House floor · Congressional Record, March 27, 2026, p. E283

What was said

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 250th year since our Nation's founding by recognizing the legacy of Conrad Kohrs and the Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site in Deer Lodge, Montana for their historical impact on the American West.”

Ryan K. Zinke, Congressional Record, March 27, 2026, p. E283

Remarks in the Congressional Record of March 27, 2026.

Set against the record

No vote is matched to this statement. What it refers to is named in the summary.

2026-03-04

REAFFIRMING IRAN REMAINS THE LARGEST STATE SPONSOR OF TERRORISM

Remarks What was said on the floor, quoted and cited, with no reading of it written here.

House floor · Congressional Record, March 4, 2026, p. H2394

What was said

“Mr. Speaker, while we all in this body mourn the deaths of our six heroes, we should remember that earlier, as a deputy commander of the Special Forces of Iraq, I lost many friends as a result of Iran sponsoring weapons targeting.”

Ryan K. Zinke, Congressional Record, March 4, 2026, p. H2394

Remarks in the Congressional Record of March 4, 2026.

Set against the record

No vote is matched to this statement. What it refers to is named in the summary.

2026-02-24

RECOGNIZING THE WORLD MUSEUM OF MINING IN BUTTE, MONTANA IN CELEBRATION OF AMERICA'S 250TH

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House floor · Congressional Record, February 24, 2026, p. E158

What was said

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 250th year since our Nation's founding by recognizing the legacy of the World Museum of Mining in Butte, Montana. The World Museum of Mining has been in operation since 1956 and is one of the world's only museums that sits on a former mine.”

Ryan K. Zinke, Congressional Record, February 24, 2026, p. E158

Remarks in the Congressional Record of February 24, 2026.

Set against the record

No vote is matched to this statement. What it refers to is named in the summary.

2026-02-24

RECOGNIZING THE WORLD MUSEUM OF MINING IN BUTTE, MONTANA IN CELEBRATION OF AMERICA'S 250TH

Remarks What was said on the floor, quoted and cited, with no reading of it written here.

House floor · Congressional Record, February 24, 2026, p. E159

What was said

“On the underground tour, you descend 100 feet into the Orphan Girl Mine, a cornerstone of Butte's mining legacy. Established in 1875, the mine eventually reached 3,200 feet and produced silver, lead, and zinc that powered America's industrial rise.”

Ryan K. Zinke, Congressional Record, February 24, 2026, p. E159

Remarks in the Congressional Record of February 24, 2026.

Set against the record

No vote is matched to this statement. What it refers to is named in the summary.

2026-02-02

HONORING CHARLES RUSSELL ABELL

Remarks What was said on the floor, quoted and cited, with no reading of it written here.

House floor · Congressional Record, February 2, 2026, p. E90

What was said

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the legacy and selfless service of Charles ``Charlie'' Russell Abell, a man who dedicated his life to his community. Charlie is a son of Whitefish, Montana.”

Ryan K. Zinke, Congressional Record, February 2, 2026, p. E90

Remarks in the Congressional Record of February 2, 2026.

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No vote is matched to this statement. What it refers to is named in the summary.

2026-01-30

HONORING DONNA STAGEMAN ROBERTS

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House floor · Congressional Record, January 30, 2026, p. E84

What was said

“Mr. Speaker, as our Nation marks the 250th anniversary of American independence, I rise to recognize a remarkable Montanan whose life story reflects both the resilience of this Nation during World War II and the enduring spirit of service that defines the Treasure State.”

Ryan K. Zinke, Congressional Record, January 30, 2026, p. E84

Remarks in the Congressional Record of January 30, 2026.

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No vote is matched to this statement. What it refers to is named in the summary.

2026-01-21

PROVIDING FOR CONGRESSIONAL DISAPPROVAL OF THE RULE SUBMITTED BY THE BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT RELATING TO PUB

Remarks What was said on the floor, quoted and cited, with no reading of it written here.

House floor · Congressional Record, January 21, 2026, p. H1151

What was said

“Mr. Speaker, as a former Secretary, I don't think anyone in this body has spent more time on Twin Metals reviewing the science than I have, so I think we should separate the hype from the science and the bull from fact.”

Ryan K. Zinke, Congressional Record, January 21, 2026, p. H1151

Remarks in the Congressional Record of January 21, 2026.

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No vote is matched to this statement. What it refers to is named in the summary.

2026-01-08

IN REMEMBRANCE OF THE HONORABLE DOUG LaMALFA

Remarks What was said on the floor, quoted and cited, with no reading of it written here.

House floor · Congressional Record, January 8, 2026, p. H237

What was said

“Mr. Speaker, I rise in tribute of our friend and colleague, Doug LaMalfa. When I arrived in Congress in 2015, I noticed a large man with long hair.”

Ryan K. Zinke, Congressional Record, January 8, 2026, p. H237

Remarks in the Congressional Record of January 8, 2026.

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No vote is matched to this statement. What it refers to is named in the summary.

2025-12-18

CELEBRATING A HISTORIC MOMENT FOR MONTANA COLLEGE FOOTBALL

Remarks What was said on the floor, quoted and cited, with no reading of it written here.

House floor · Congressional Record, December 18, 2025, p. E1230

What was said

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and celebrate an extraordinary moment for not only Montana college football, but for our entire state. This Saturday, the Montana State Bobcats and the University of Montana Grizzlies will face off in the semifinal round of the NCAA Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) Playoffs, continuing a rivalry that has defined Montana sports for more than a century.”

Ryan K. Zinke, Congressional Record, December 18, 2025, p. E1230

Remarks in the Congressional Record of December 18, 2025.

Set against the record

No vote is matched to this statement. What it refers to is named in the summary.

2025-12-11

HONORING THE LIFE OF THOMAS O. HICKS

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House floor · Congressional Record, December 11, 2025, p. E1178

What was said

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the life and legacy of Thomas O. Hicks. Thomas O. Hicks, of Dallas, Texas, was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, a patriotic American, and a respected leader in business, philanthropy, and civic life.”

Ryan K. Zinke, Congressional Record, December 11, 2025, p. E1178

Remarks in the Congressional Record of December 11, 2025.

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No vote is matched to this statement. What it refers to is named in the summary.

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