Recognizing Emma Zacherl

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Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the extraordinary artistic ability of Emma Zacherl, a freshman at Clarion-Limestone High School and winner of Pennsylvania's 15th Congressional District Art Competition.

The Congressional Art Competition began in 1982 to provide an opportunity for Members of Congress to encourage and recognize the artistic talents of their young constituents.

Since then, more than 650,000 high school students have participated in the nationwide competition. This year my office received a record 125 submissions for the competition.

Ms. Zacherl's artwork will be displayed in a special exhibit in the U.S. Capitol for 1 year with winners from each congressional district in the Nation. Thousands of visitors, guests, and Members of Congress will have the opportunity to see her artwork every day.

Emma won for her water-mixable oil painting of her dog, titled: Good Boy, Archie. Her artwork blew me away, and I am glad that I can welcome her to Washington, D.C., to celebrate this accomplishment today.

Madam Speaker, I congratulate all the students that participated in this year's Congressional Art Competition and to Emma for being an amazing example of the talent in Pennsylvania's 15th Congressional District.

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