Floor SpeechCeremonial2026-05-04

RECOGNIZING THE EDISON NEW JERSEY JUNIOR HIGH ROBOTICS TEAM ACHIEVEMENT AT THE GOVERNOR'S CUP

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On 2026-05-04, Representative Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ-6) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING THE EDISON NEW JERSEY JUNIOR HIGH ROBOTICS TEAM ACHIEVEMENT AT THE GOVERNOR'S CUP" in the House.

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Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 77 (Monday, May 4, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 77 (Monday, May 4, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E414] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING THE EDISON NEW JERSEY JUNIOR HIGH ROBOTICS TEAM ACHIEVEMENT AT THE GOVERNOR'S CUP ______ HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR. of new jersey in the house of representatives Monday, May 4, 2026 Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the MakEMinds team, comprised of junior high school students from Edison, New Jersey as they celebrate finishing among the top teams in a highly competitive national field during the Governor's Cup robotics competition in Washington, D.C. It is my privilege to recognize this accomplished group of young leaders representing New Jersey's promising future of excellence in STEM. The following students have all demonstrated strong leadership, initiative, and a passion for giving back to their community: Abhishek Shukla, Meer Patel, Ishan Atre, Vismay Patel, Aarav Saresa, Darsh Shah, Madhav Karuba, Pravnav Devarapalli, Arya Vora, Saiganesh Yoganand, and Arnav Doshi. They have gone above and beyond dedicating time to community outreach to bring awareness to robotics and promote STEM education to younger students. I applaud the students for the outstanding performance thus far and extend my appreciation for shining a wonderful reflection of the State of New Jersey nationwide. Soon, the team members of MakEMinds will participate in the World Championship event in Houston, Texas. I am confident that the students involved have bright futures ahead. Mr. Speaker, I sincerely hope my colleagues will join me in honoring the MakEMinds Edison Junior High team for their exceptional achievement at the Governor's cup. ____________________

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RECOGNIZING THE EDISON NEW JERSEY JUNIOR HIGH ROBOTICS TEAM ACHIEVEMENT AT THE GOVERNOR'S CUP Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 77 (Monday, May 4, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 77 (Monday, May 4, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E414] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING THE EDISON NEW JERSEY JUNIOR HIGH ROBOTICS TEAM ACHIEVEMENT AT THE GOVERNOR'S CUP ______ HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR. of new jersey in the house of representatives Monday, May 4, 2026 Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the MakEMinds team, comprised of junior high school students from Edison, New Jersey as they celebrate finishing among the top teams in a highly competitive national field during the Governor's Cup robotics competition in Washington, D.C. It is my privilege to recognize this accomplished group of young leaders representing New Jersey's promising future of excellence in STEM. The following students have all demonstrated strong leadership, initiative, and a passion for giving back to their community: Abhishek Shukla, Meer Patel, Ishan Atre, Vismay Patel, Aarav Saresa, Darsh Shah, Madhav Karuba, Pravnav Devarapalli, Arya Vora, Saiganesh Yoganand, and Arnav Doshi. They have gone above and beyond dedicating time to community outreach to bring awareness to robotics and promote STEM education to younger students. I applaud the students for the outstanding performance thus far and extend my appreciation for shining a wonderful reflection of the State of New Jersey nationwide. Soon, the team members of MakEMinds will participate in the World Championship event in Houston, Texas. I am confident that the students involved have bright futures ahead. Mr. Speaker, I sincerely hope my colleagues will join me in honoring the MakEMinds Edison Junior High team for their exceptional achievement at the Governor's cup. ____________________