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CONGRATULATING SOUTH DAKOTA'S ADAM VINATIERI ON HIS INDUCTION INTO THE PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME

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On 2026-02-10, Representative Dusty Johnson (R-SD) delivered a floor speech titled "CONGRATULATING SOUTH DAKOTA'S ADAM VINATIERI ON HIS INDUCTION INTO THE PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME" in the House. The speech addressed taxes.

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CONGRATULATING SOUTH DAKOTA'S ADAM VINATIERI ON HIS INDUCTION INTO THE PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 28 (Tuesday, February 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 28 (Tuesday, February 10, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E122] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] CONGRATULATING SOUTH DAKOTA'S ADAM VINATIERI ON HIS INDUCTION INTO THE PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME ______ HON. DUSTY JOHNSON of south dakota in the house of representatives Tuesday, February 10, 2026 Mr. JOHNSON of South Dakota. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a South Dakota football legend, Adam Vinatieri. Vinatieri, widely regarded as the greatest place kicker in the history of the National Football League, has been named a 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee. This recognition honors a remarkable career and brings great pride to South Dakotans across the state. Born in Yankton and raised in Rapid City, Vinatieri graduated from Rapid City Central High School, where he was a standout multi-sport athlete. He went on to play college football at South Dakota State University, carrying with him the work ethic, discipline, and resilience that define so many South Dakotans. As a Jackrabbit, Vinatieri finished his collegiate career as South Dakota State's all- time leading scorer with 185 career points and awarded first-team all- conference honors in each of his seasons. Vinatieri's professional career spanned 24 NFL seasons, primarily with the New England Patriots and Indianapolis Colts. He retired as the league's all-time leader in field goals made and points scored, and he played a decisive role in four Super Bowl championships, including a game-winning kick in Super Bowl XXXVI. With this induction, Adam Vinatieri becomes just the second South Dakotan to enter the Pro Football Hall of Fame, joining Jim Langer of the undefeated 1972 Miami Dolphins. South Dakota proudly celebrates with him and the excellence with which he represented our state on and off the field. ____________________

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CONGRATULATING SOUTH DAKOTA'S ADAM VINATIERI ON HIS INDUCTION INTO THE PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 28 (Tuesday, February 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 28 (Tuesday, February 10, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E122] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] CONGRATULATING SOUTH DAKOTA'S ADAM VINATIERI ON HIS INDUCTION INTO THE PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME ______ HON. DUSTY JOHNSON of south dakota in the house of representatives Tuesday, February 10, 2026 Mr. JOHNSON of South Dakota. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a South Dakota football legend, Adam Vinatieri. Vinatieri, widely regarded as the greatest place kicker in the history of the National Football League, has been named a 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee. This recognition honors a remarkable career and brings great pride to South Dakotans across the state. Born in Yankton and raised in Rapid City, Vinatieri graduated from Rapid City Central High School, where he was a standout multi-sport athlete. He went on to play college football at South Dakota State University, carrying with him the work ethic, discipline, and resilience that define so many South Dakotans. As a Jackrabbit, Vinatieri finished his collegiate career as South Dakota State's all- time leading scorer with 185 career points and awarded first-team all- conference honors in each of his seasons. Vinatieri's professional career spanned 24 NFL seasons, primarily with the New England Patriots and Indianapolis Colts. He retired as the league's all-time leader in field goals made and points scored, and he played a decisive role in four Super Bowl championships, including a game-winning kick in Super Bowl XXXVI. With this induction, Adam Vinatieri becomes just the second South Dakotan to enter the Pro Football Hall of Fame, joining Jim Langer of the undefeated 1972 Miami Dolphins. South Dakota proudly celebrates with him and the excellence with which he represented our state on and off the field. ____________________