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RECOGNIZING MARY KRINKIE

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On 2026-01-07, Representative Michelle Fischbach (R-MN-7) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING MARY KRINKIE" in the House. The speech addressed healthcare and also covered taxes, agriculture.

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RECOGNIZING MARY KRINKIE

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 4 (Wednesday, January 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 4 (Wednesday, January 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H105] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] {time} 1015 RECOGNIZING MARY KRINKIE (Mrs. Fischbach of Minnesota was recognized to address the House for 5 minutes.) Mrs. FISCHBACH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and recognize the distinguished career of Mary Krinkie. For 25 years, Mary has served as the vice president of government relations at the Minnesota Hospital Association. She is widely regarded as one of the most persuasive voices for Minnesota's healthcare systems and patient care. I have had the honor to work with her on various issues, both here in Congress and in the Minnesota State Senate. Her dedication to the healthcare community has left a permanent mark on Minnesota. Mr. Speaker, I thank Mary for her decades of service, and I wish her a long, happy, and well-deserved retirement. Recognizing Richard ``Dick'' Pesek Mrs. FISCHBACH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a distinguished member of the Minnesota agricultural community. I congratulate Dick Pesek of Taunton, Minnesota, who has been named the Minnesota 2025 Cattleman of the Year. This honor is well-deserved recognition for his decades of hard work, dedication to the livestock industry, and deep commitment to his community. We commend Mr. Pesek for upholding the best traditions of American agriculture. Recognizing Jilian Schoenfeld and Brayden VanDyke Mrs. FISCHBACH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Jilian Schoenfeld and Brayden VanDyke from Russell-Tyler-Ruthton High School for their first-place finishes at the FFA Winter Leadership Summit. Jilian placed first in the employment skills competition, and Brayden placed first in the English creed speaking event. Their hard work and commitment are a credit to their school and community. I congratulate Jilian and Brayden on their victories. ____________________

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RECOGNIZING MARY KRINKIE Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 4 (Wednesday, January 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 4 (Wednesday, January 7, 2026)] [House] [Page H105] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] {time} 1015 RECOGNIZING MARY KRINKIE (Mrs. Fischbach of Minnesota was recognized to address the House for 5 minutes.) Mrs. FISCHBACH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and recognize the distinguished career of Mary Krinkie. For 25 years, Mary has served as the vice president of government relations at the Minnesota Hospital Association. She is widely regarded as one of the most persuasive voices for Minnesota's healthcare systems and patient care. I have had the honor to work with her on various issues, both here in Congress and in the Minnesota State Senate. Her dedication to the healthcare community has left a permanent mark on Minnesota. Mr. Speaker, I thank Mary for her decades of service, and I wish her a long, happy, and well-deserved retirement. Recognizing Richard ``Dick'' Pesek Mrs. FISCHBACH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a distinguished member of the Minnesota agricultural community. I congratulate Dick Pesek of Taunton, Minnesota, who has been named the Minnesota 2025 Cattleman of the Year. This honor is well-deserved recognition for his decades of hard work, dedication to the livestock industry, and deep commitment to his community. We commend Mr. Pesek for upholding the best traditions of American agriculture. Recognizing Jilian Schoenfeld and Brayden VanDyke Mrs. FISCHBACH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Jilian Schoenfeld and Brayden VanDyke from Russell-Tyler-Ruthton High School for their first-place finishes at the FFA Winter Leadership Summit. Jilian placed first in the employment skills competition, and Brayden placed first in the English creed speaking event. Their hard work and commitment are a credit to their school and community. I congratulate Jilian and Brayden on their victories. ____________________