HONORING CALEIGH CONLIN

On 2026-09-03, Representative Richard Hudson (R-NC-9) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING CALEIGH CONLIN" in the House.

HONORING CALEIGH CONLIN

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 140 (Thursday, September 3, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 140 (Thursday, September 3, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E865] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING CALEIGH CONLIN ______ HON. RICHARD HUDSON -- of north carolina in the house of representatives Thursday, September 3, 2026 Mr. HUDSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Caleigh Conlin for winning the American Heroes Student Art Contest. Caleigh represented North Carolina as the high school division winner for her piece ``Carrollton's Ride.'' Her artwork honors the Founding Father, Charles Carroll of Carrollton. Caleigh chose to depict Charles Carroll to celebrate America 250 because of the religious connection she shares with Carroll, who was the only Catholic to sign the Declaration of Independence. This tremendous achievement is not her first competition win. She has entered various local competitions, trained under local artists, and two years ago won the Cambell House Youth Art Contest. I am excited to see how she will continue to succeed in the future. I know I speak for our entire community in offering my most heartfelt congratulations to Caleigh Conlin. She is an exceptional artist and has made our community proud. Mr. Speaker, please join me today celebrating Caleigh Conlin. ____________________