HONORING MR. WILLIE COOPER

On 2026-04-21, Representative Julia Letlow (R-LA-5) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING MR. WILLIE COOPER" in the House. The speech addressed the environment and also covered agriculture.

HONORING MR. WILLIE COOPER

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 70 (Tuesday, April 21, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 70 (Tuesday, April 21, 2026)] [House] [Page H3028] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING MR. WILLIE COOPER (Ms. LETLOW asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.) Ms. LETLOW. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of Mr. Willie Cooper, whose decades of service left a lasting mark on agriculture in Louisiana. For 56 years, Mr. Cooper served with the United States Department of Agriculture and the Farm Service Agency, supporting farmers and advancing one of Louisiana's most vital industries. In 1972, he was appointed Louisiana State Executive Director of the Farm Service Agency, a role he held for 42 years. He served under 8 Presidents and 13 Secretaries of Agriculture, an extraordinary testament to his expertise and the trust placed in him. Mr. Cooper was known for his integrity, humility, and unwavering commitment to doing his work the right way. He embodied the very best of public service. Mr. Speaker, on behalf of this body, we extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of working with him. May we honor his memory through our service. ____________________