Recognizing Jago on His Retirement After 9 Years of Service with University of Iowa's Police Department

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Mrs. MILLER-MEEKS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize the career and retirement of a special member of the University of Iowa's Police Department.

Jago, the university's longest serving canine, recently retired after 9 years of service.

During his decade on the force, Jago provided security for 2 U.S. sitting Presidents, 4 Governors, 17 Secret Servicemembers, and countless guests at Kinnick Stadium.

Jago also provided security for Major League Baseball games at the Field of Dreams in Dyersville, Iowa, and has assisted in collecting and locating key evidence in numerous investigations.

After nearly a decade on the force, Jago deserves all the treats that retirement has to offer him.

I thank Jago for his service, and happy retirement. Recognizing the University of Iowa's Women's Soccer Team

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Mrs. MILLER-MEEKS. Mr. Speaker, last month, the University of Iowa's Women's Soccer team earned an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament after securing a win in the Big Ten Championship.

For the first time in Big Ten Championship history, an eight-seed team won it all. In a nail-biter of a game, the Hawkeyes defeated the Wisconsin Badgers 1-0.

The sole point scored during the game came from a penalty kick from midfielder Josie Durr in the first half.

Needless to say, the University of Iowa's Women's Soccer team made us all very proud this season, and I cannot wait to see what they accomplish next year.

Keep it up, Hawkeyes. Congratulations to Riley Kramer of Troop 89

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Mrs. MILLER-MEEKS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Riley Kramer of Troop 89 from Bettendorf, Iowa, for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.

The Eagle Scout is the highest and most prestigious achievement a Scout can obtain.

To earn this rank, Scouts must fulfill leadership roles, exemplify the Scout oath and law, display exemplary outdoor skills, speak better than their Congresswoman, earn at least 21 badges, and complete a comprehensive service project for their community.

For Riley's Eagle Scout project, he worked with the mayor of Riverdale on a half-mile trail for the city. This trail supports our community and gives people space to exercise and get out and enjoy nature in Scott County.

I congratulate Riley on this honor, and I congratulate Riley's family and everyone who supported him on his journey to become an Eagle Scout.

Holiday Shout-out to Simpson Stormin' Red Ale and West Hill Brewing

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Mrs. MILLER-MEEKS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise for a cheers-worthy holiday shout-out.

This month, Simpson Stormin' Red Ale has its official launch party at West Hill Brewing in Indianola, Iowa.

The idea for this beer was brewed up between West Hill owners and Simpson College.

Aspiring graphic designers and artists were given the opportunity to design this year's logo.

This year, Madison McDonald, a graphic design major from Winterset, Iowa, created the winning design.

Moving forward, there will be an annual redesign contest, and West Hill also plans to donate a portion of all profits from Simpson Stormin' Red Ale to support student scholarships at Simpson College.

Nothing quite brings people together like the holidays.

I congratulate West Hill Brewing and Simpson College on another successful collaboration.

Mr. Speaker, I wish everyone a very merry Christmas.

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