Floor SpeechCeremonial2026-04-27

CELEBRATING OUR 2026 SPRING INTERN CLASS

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On 2026-04-27, Representative Vince Fong (R-CA-20) delivered a floor speech titled "CELEBRATING OUR 2026 SPRING INTERN CLASS" in the House.

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Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 73 (Monday, April 27, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 73 (Monday, April 27, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E368-E369] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] CELEBRATING OUR 2026 SPRING INTERN CLASS ______ HON. VINCE FONG of california in the house of representatives Monday, April 27, 2026 Mr. FONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and celebrate the incredible interns who dedicated their spring to serving the people of California's 20th District. From my district offices in Bakersfield and Clovis, to my office in Washington, D.C., these students exemplified a commitment to public service, working tirelessly for the good of the office and our constituents. From the beginning, they were willing to learn and proved to be both diligent and intelligent throughout their internships. Every time we interacted, it showed me what we have to look forward to from the next generation. At a time when many young Americans are avoiding politics, these interns chose to face it head on and came out stronger for it, with knowledge and experience that will carry them forward. As their spring internships wind down, I want to sincerely express my gratitude to Christian Salyers and Sophie Newfield for their service in my Bakersfield, California office, to Rayne Hardy for her service in my Clovis, California office, and to Triniti Gregg, William MacLean, and Bode Gower for their contributions to my Washington, D.C. office. The work done by each of them has helped my team's efforts more than I can say, and I trust that the skills and educational experiences they have gained will guide them toward continued success in their future endeavors. I look forward to seeing where their paths lead, and hope those paths include a continued dedication to serving others. [[Page E369]] ____________________

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CELEBRATING OUR 2026 SPRING INTERN CLASS Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 73 (Monday, April 27, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 73 (Monday, April 27, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E368-E369] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] CELEBRATING OUR 2026 SPRING INTERN CLASS ______ HON. VINCE FONG of california in the house of representatives Monday, April 27, 2026 Mr. FONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and celebrate the incredible interns who dedicated their spring to serving the people of California's 20th District. From my district offices in Bakersfield and Clovis, to my office in Washington, D.C., these students exemplified a commitment to public service, working tirelessly for the good of the office and our constituents. From the beginning, they were willing to learn and proved to be both diligent and intelligent throughout their internships. Every time we interacted, it showed me what we have to look forward to from the next generation. At a time when many young Americans are avoiding politics, these interns chose to face it head on and came out stronger for it, with knowledge and experience that will carry them forward. As their spring internships wind down, I want to sincerely express my gratitude to Christian Salyers and Sophie Newfield for their service in my Bakersfield, California office, to Rayne Hardy for her service in my Clovis, California office, and to Triniti Gregg, William MacLean, and Bode Gower for their contributions to my Washington, D.C. office. The work done by each of them has helped my team's efforts more than I can say, and I trust that the skills and educational experiences they have gained will guide them toward continued success in their future endeavors. I look forward to seeing where their paths lead, and hope those paths include a continued dedication to serving others. [[Page E369]] ____________________