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Read. Follow. Verify.Congressional Recognition of Student Essay Contest Winner
Record date · May 12, 2026
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What This Bill Does
Representative Burgess Owens of Utah entered a winning student essay into the as part of the celebration. The essay, written by a high school senior named Katie, reflects on the importance of traditional values and the concept of home.
This document serves as an official record of a local student's essay being recognized by a member of Congress, with no direct changes to federal law, funding, or public policy.
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Students in Utah's Fourth District
Students were invited to participate in an essay contest sponsored by their congressional representative.
Key Facts
- Representative Burgess Owens hosted an essay contest for students in Utah's Fourth Congressional District.
- The contest was held in the fall of 2025 as part of the America 250 initiative.
- Students were asked to answer the question: 'What does America mean to me?'
- The winning essay was written by a high school senior named Katie.
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- The essay was formally entered into the Congressional Record on May 12, 2026.
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