KEATON BEASLEY TEACHES IMPORTANCE OF FINANCIAL LITERACY

On 2025-03-24, Representative J. French Hill (R-AR-2) delivered a floor speech titled "KEATON BEASLEY TEACHES IMPORTANCE OF FINANCIAL LITERACY" in the House. The speech addressed trade policy and also covered veterans affairs.

KEATON BEASLEY TEACHES IMPORTANCE OF FINANCIAL LITERACY

Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 53 (Monday, March 24, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 53 (Monday, March 24, 2025)] [House] [Pages H1194-H1195] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] {time} 1215 KEATON BEASLEY TEACHES IMPORTANCE OF FINANCIAL LITERACY (Mr. Hill of Arkansas was recognized to address the House for 5 minutes.) Mr. HILL of Arkansas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Keaton Beasley of Simmons Bank. Keaton is a graduate of Henderson State University, a member of the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity, and a banker in Little Rock. Keaton exemplifies the ethos of a community banker, frequently working with children, adults, and seniors to teach them the importance of financial literacy. His efforts prove it is never too late or too early to learn how to manage your finances. As a former community banker, I admire his efforts to uplift his community and help those around him build a stronger foundation in finance. I look forward to seeing Keaton's continued impact in central Arkansas [[Page H1195]] and wish him the best of luck in his bright future in banking. Honoring John Edward Hain, Jr., on His 100th Birthday Mr. HILL of Arkansas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor John Edward Hain, Jr., who celebrated his 100th birthday on March 20. A Little Rock native, John graduated from Catholic High School at age in 1941 and is currently the school's oldest living alumnus. He is a World War II veteran. John was drafted at 18 and served in England, Belgium, Germany, France, and the Netherlands as an Army corporal in the field artillery attachment of the 5th Army Division, the 9th Army spearhead, the 5th Armored Division, and the 29th Division in Operation Kaput. John married his wife, Beverly, in 1947. They have 5 daughters, 17 grandchildren, and 19 great-grandchildren. After his service to our Nation in World War II, he worked at the Krebs Brothers Supply Company as a traveling salesman, and he retired as president of Krebs after working there for 50 years. I thank John for his long service to our community, and I congratulate him on reaching this amazing milestone. PAWS for Justice Mr. HILL of Arkansas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of Susan Bradshaw and Fawn Borden of PAWS for Justice. PAWS for Justice is an Arkansas charity that provides courthouse facility dogs to assist witnesses and victims as they go through difficult court proceedings. For children who are recounting heartbreaking terrible events, these dogs provide comfort and support to make those difficult moments just a little bit better. While these dogs can often cost courthouses around $50,000 each, PAWS for Justice provides them free of charge. As a proud owner of my great pup, Taft, I have an incredible appreciation for PAWS for Justice's efforts and thank them for their hard work in providing comfort for those who need it the most. Recognizing Lance Restum Mr. HILL of Arkansas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Lance Restum, director of community relations for the Arkansas Travelers baseball team. Lance has been with the championship-winning Travelers since 2006 and is the founder of the Arkansas Travelers Youth Foundation. Since 2021, the foundation has been introducing kids across the Natural State to America's pastime. They provide baseball clinics, equipment, grants, and scholarships to get kids active and interested in baseball. Lance and the foundation's work serve as an excellent example for those of us who want to make a difference in our communities. I wish Lance and the Arkansas Travelers the best of luck in their new season, and I look forward to my next game at Dickey-Stephens Park. ____________________