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RECOGNIZING THE ALPENA HIGH SCHOOL ENGINEERING TEAM ON THEIR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AT THE GREAT LAKES ROV COMPETITION

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On 2026-06-30, Representative Jack Bergman (R-MI-1) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING THE ALPENA HIGH SCHOOL ENGINEERING TEAM ON THEIR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AT THE GREAT LAKES ROV COMPETITION" in the House.

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RECOGNIZING THE ALPENA HIGH SCHOOL ENGINEERING TEAM ON THEIR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AT THE GREAT LAKES ROV COMPETITION

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 109 (Tuesday, June 30, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 109 (Tuesday, June 30, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E639] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING THE ALPENA HIGH SCHOOL ENGINEERING TEAM ON THEIR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AT THE GREAT LAKES ROV COMPETITION ______ HON. JACK BERGMAN of michigan in the house of representatives Tuesday, June 30, 2026 Mr. BERGMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the extraordinary achievement of the Alpena High School Engineering Team, who recently represented Michigan's 1st Congressional District with distinction at the Great Lakes ROV Competition. Under the leadership of their coach, Mr. Robert Thompson, and in partnership with Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Alpena Community College Marine Tech Program, these talented students work collaboratively to develop vital marine research equipment and educational content. Their efforts highlight the ingenuity, discipline, and determination of Northern Michigan students and demonstrate what can be accomplished when education, technical training, and community support come together. This year, the team delivered a record-setting performance at the regional competition against teams from Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin, earning the distinct honor of advancing to the World Championship in St. John's, Newfoundland this coming summer. During the competition, the students were judged by local professionals who evaluated the design and functional operation of the robots, poster displays, and engineering presentations. At the world championship, the team will compete against students from around the world, deploying custom-built Remotely Operated Vehicles designed to solve real world marine challenges. These students not only represent the future of Michigan's 1st Congressional District, but they also highlight the critical role skilled innovators play in strengthening our Nation's infrastructure, maritime capabilities, and national security. Mr. Speaker, let us all join in recognizing the Alpena High School Engineering Team on this tremendous achievement and wish them the very best as they represent Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula at the international competition in Newfoundland. I cannot think of a better group of young adults to represent Michigan's 1st Congressional District on the world stage. ____________________

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RECOGNIZING THE ALPENA HIGH SCHOOL ENGINEERING TEAM ON THEIR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AT THE GREAT LAKES ROV COMPETITION Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 109 (Tuesday, June 30, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 109 (Tuesday, June 30, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E639] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING THE ALPENA HIGH SCHOOL ENGINEERING TEAM ON THEIR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AT THE GREAT LAKES ROV COMPETITION ______ HON. JACK BERGMAN of michigan in the house of representatives Tuesday, June 30, 2026 Mr. BERGMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the extraordinary achievement of the Alpena High School Engineering Team, who recently represented Michigan's 1st Congressional District with distinction at the Great Lakes ROV Competition. Under the leadership of their coach, Mr. Robert Thompson, and in partnership with Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Alpena Community College Marine Tech Program, these talented students work collaboratively to develop vital marine research equipment and educational content. Their efforts highlight the ingenuity, discipline, and determination of Northern Michigan students and demonstrate what can be accomplished when education, technical training, and community support come together. This year, the team delivered a record-setting performance at the regional competition against teams from Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin, earning the distinct honor of advancing to the World Championship in St. John's, Newfoundland this coming summer. During the competition, the students were judged by local professionals who evaluated the design and functional operation of the robots, poster displays, and engineering presentations. At the world championship, the team will compete against students from around the world, deploying custom-built Remotely Operated Vehicles designed to solve real world marine challenges. These students not only represent the future of Michigan's 1st Congressional District, but they also highlight the critical role skilled innovators play in strengthening our Nation's infrastructure, maritime capabilities, and national security. Mr. Speaker, let us all join in recognizing the Alpena High School Engineering Team on this tremendous achievement and wish them the very best as they represent Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula at the international competition in Newfoundland. I cannot think of a better group of young adults to represent Michigan's 1st Congressional District on the world stage. ____________________