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CONGRATULATING IOWA STATE SENATOR CHRIS COURNOYER

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On 2024-12-18, Representative Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-IA-1) delivered a floor speech titled "CONGRATULATING IOWA STATE SENATOR CHRIS COURNOYER" in the House. The speech addressed taxes and also covered foreign policy, trade policy.

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CONGRATULATING IOWA STATE SENATOR CHRIS COURNOYER

Congressional Record, Volume 170 Issue 188 (Wednesday, December 18, 2024) [Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 188 (Wednesday, December 18, 2024)] [House] [Pages H7333-H7334] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] CONGRATULATING IOWA STATE SENATOR CHRIS COURNOYER (Mrs. MILLER-MEEKS asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.) Mrs. MILLER-MEEKS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to offer my heartfelt congratulations to my good friend, Senator Chris Cournoyer, on her appointment as Iowa's new Lieutenant Governor. This is a historic moment, as Iowa now has two women in the top two executive positions for the first time. It [[Page H7334]] is a testament to the strength, leadership, and dedication of women across our State. Governor Reynolds has made an excellent choice in appointing Chris to this important role. I had the pleasure of serving alongside Chris in the Iowa Senate and have seen firsthand the kind of leader she is. Chris has been a tireless advocate for education, technology, innovation, conservative budgeting, tax cuts, and accountability in government during her time in the Iowa Senate. Her ability to roll up her sleeves and find practical solutions makes her uniquely qualified to serve our State in this capacity. From her leadership on the school board of the Pleasant Valley School District, to her work in the technology sector, Chris has proven herself time and time again. I am proud to call her a friend and excited to see the continued success she will bring to Iowa in this new role. Mr. Speaker, I congratulate Senator Cournoyer. Iowa is fortunate to have her. ____________________

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CONGRATULATING IOWA STATE SENATOR CHRIS COURNOYER Congressional Record, Volume 170 Issue 188 (Wednesday, December 18, 2024) [Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 188 (Wednesday, December 18, 2024)] [House] [Pages H7333-H7334] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] CONGRATULATING IOWA STATE SENATOR CHRIS COURNOYER (Mrs. MILLER-MEEKS asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.) Mrs. MILLER-MEEKS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to offer my heartfelt congratulations to my good friend, Senator Chris Cournoyer, on her appointment as Iowa's new Lieutenant Governor. This is a historic moment, as Iowa now has two women in the top two executive positions for the first time. It [[Page H7334]] is a testament to the strength, leadership, and dedication of women across our State. Governor Reynolds has made an excellent choice in appointing Chris to this important role. I had the pleasure of serving alongside Chris in the Iowa Senate and have seen firsthand the kind of leader she is. Chris has been a tireless advocate for education, technology, innovation, conservative budgeting, tax cuts, and accountability in government during her time in the Iowa Senate. Her ability to roll up her sleeves and find practical solutions makes her uniquely qualified to serve our State in this capacity. From her leadership on the school board of the Pleasant Valley School District, to her work in the technology sector, Chris has proven herself time and time again. I am proud to call her a friend and excited to see the continued success she will bring to Iowa in this new role. Mr. Speaker, I congratulate Senator Cournoyer. Iowa is fortunate to have her. ____________________