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HONORING NANCY CAROLE LONG

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On 2026-01-22, Representative Trent Kelly (R-MS-1) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING NANCY CAROLE LONG" in the House. The speech addressed trade policy and also covered education.

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HONORING NANCY CAROLE LONG

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 15 (Thursday, January 22, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 15 (Thursday, January 22, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E69-E70] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING NANCY CAROLE LONG ______ HON. TRENT KELLY of mississippi in the house of representatives Thursday, January 22, 2026 Mr. KELLY of Mississippi. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize Nancy Carole Long of Saltillo, Mississippi, for her many years of faithful service to the music ministry of SMC and for her dedication to music education in the Saltillo community. For decades, Nancy played an important role in the life of the church, and members of the congregation, along with friends and family, recently gathered to honor her upon her well-earned retirement as the church's longtime pianist. In addition to her service at the church, Nancy has also shared her love of music as a music teacher at Saltillo Elementary School, where she inspired countless students and helped foster an appreciation for the arts at an early age. Throughout her years of service, Nancy shared her musical gifts with humility, consistency, and a servant's heart. Her music helped [[Page E70]] guide worship each week, creating a meaningful atmosphere of praise and reflection for generations of congregants. In recognition of her lasting impact, the church's newly renovated choir room has been dedicated as the Nancy Carole Long Choir Room, a lasting tribute to her commitment to excellence and devotion to the ministry of music. Nancy's influence extends beyond her time at the piano and the classroom. Her faithfulness and kindness have left a lasting mark on her church, her students, and the Saltillo community, and her legacy will continue to be felt for years to come.

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HONORING NANCY CAROLE LONG Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 15 (Thursday, January 22, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 15 (Thursday, January 22, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E69-E70] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING NANCY CAROLE LONG ______ HON. TRENT KELLY of mississippi in the house of representatives Thursday, January 22, 2026 Mr. KELLY of Mississippi. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize Nancy Carole Long of Saltillo, Mississippi, for her many years of faithful service to the music ministry of SMC and for her dedication to music education in the Saltillo community. For decades, Nancy played an important role in the life of the church, and members of the congregation, along with friends and family, recently gathered to honor her upon her well-earned retirement as the church's longtime pianist. In addition to her service at the church, Nancy has also shared her love of music as a music teacher at Saltillo Elementary School, where she inspired countless students and helped foster an appreciation for the arts at an early age. Throughout her years of service, Nancy shared her musical gifts with humility, consistency, and a servant's heart. Her music helped [[Page E70]] guide worship each week, creating a meaningful atmosphere of praise and reflection for generations of congregants. In recognition of her lasting impact, the church's newly renovated choir room has been dedicated as the Nancy Carole Long Choir Room, a lasting tribute to her commitment to excellence and devotion to the ministry of music. Nancy's influence extends beyond her time at the piano and the classroom. Her faithfulness and kindness have left a lasting mark on her church, her students, and the Saltillo community, and her legacy will continue to be felt for years to come.