RECOGNIZING FRANK SCOTT, YOUNG FARMER OF THE YEAR

On 2026-02-12, Representative Donald G. Davis (D-NC-1) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING FRANK SCOTT, YOUNG FARMER OF THE YEAR" in the House. The speech addressed agriculture.

RECOGNIZING FRANK SCOTT, YOUNG FARMER OF THE YEAR

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 30 (Thursday, February 12, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 30 (Thursday, February 12, 2026)] [House] [Page H2205] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] {time} 1100 RECOGNIZING FRANK SCOTT, YOUNG FARMER OF THE YEAR (Mr. DAVIS of North Carolina asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.) Mr. DAVIS of North Carolina. Mr. Speaker, Frank Scott, a ninth- generation farmer, was proudly honored as our State's Young Farmer of the Year. His family takes great pride in producing tobacco, sweet potatoes, cotton, soybeans, and sweet onions. Together with his dedicated wife, Rebecca, and two children, Elijah and Lizzie, Frank tirelessly manages their family farm, exemplifying resilience and unwavering dedication. Recently, Frank shared with me the enormous weight on his shoulders of holding on to his family's farm and one day turning it over to his children, our next generation. I had the pleasure of speaking with his lively son, Elijah. He can hardly wait to assist his dad on the farm, and I am prayerful that, one day, I am able to call him a 10th-generation farmer. Mr. Speaker, I congratulate Frank and his entire family on this well- deserved recognition. Their story not only uplifts their family, but also is an inspiration for all people across America. ____________________