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Recognizing Sirmichael Carrington Williams-Thomas on Receiving the 2025 Billy Michal Student Leadership Award

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By: Zach Nunn
By: Zach Nunn
Date: May 21, 2025
Location: Washington, DC

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Mr. NUNN of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize an outstanding young Iowan, SirMichael Carrington Williams-Thomas of Waukee, for his selection as Iowa's 2025 recipient of the Billy Michal Student Leadership Award.

This national honor is awarded annually to one student from each state who exemplifies the values of leadership, service, and citizenship. In being chosen to represent Iowa, SirMichael joins a distinguished group of young Americans committed to putting service over self and leading with integrity to build stronger communities, inspire others through action, and uphold the enduring values that strengthen both Iowa and our Nation.

SirMichael is a sophomore at Waukee High School and already a well- regarded leader across civic and academic organizations. From his role as a member of the State of Iowa's Youth Advisory Council and Lead DSM's Youth Leadership Initiative, to his active engagement as an Eagle Scout, mock trial participant, and church leader, Carrington's record is defined by energy, humility, and resolve.

I have had the pleasure of getting to know SirMichael and have been continually impressed by his focus, ambition, and unwavering belief in the power of servant leadership.

Mr. Speaker, SirMichael Carrington Williams-Thomas represents the very best of Iowa and our Nation, and I ask that my colleagues join me in congratulating him and celebrating the extraordinary promise of a young Iowan already making a powerful difference in the world.

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