TRIBUTE TO ANISTON KENNEDY

TRIBUTE TO ANISTON KENNEDY

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 50 (Thursday, March 19, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 50 (Thursday, March 19, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S1365] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] TRIBUTE TO ANISTON KENNEDY Mr. SCHMITT. Mr. President, I rise today to commend the selfless work of Aniston Kennedy of Excelsior Springs, MO. Over the last few years, Ms. Kennedy has shown herself to be one of the Show-Me State's animal rescue champions. Since 2023, her volunteer efforts have helped spay and neuter over 40 animals and helped at least 35 find their forever homes. Her passion for helping animals goes beyond common pets, as she has helped rehome and rehabilitate creatures as diverse as bearded dragons and even roosters. Her impact goes beyond the animals she directly cares for. Her work to humanely manage stray animal colonies has already inspired additional community efforts across Excelsior Springs and has the potential to be modeled across the State as a humane way to effectively manage the State's animal populations. I wish Ms. Kennedy the best as she pursues her career in animal welfare. Her commitment to caring for our furry and feathered friends is nothing short of remarkable, and she has more than proven herself to be a Champion of Missouri. ____________________