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Senate Recognition of Green Real Estate & Auction Co.

Original title: RECOGNIZING GREEN REAL ESTATE & AUCTION CO.

May 12, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This document serves as an official Congressional commendation for a private business and does not change any laws, funding, or regulatory requirements for residents.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Green Real Estate & Auction Co.

The business is the subject of an official Congressional record entry.

What changed

Last recorded activity May 12, 2026.

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Summary

Senator Joni Ernst recognized Green Real Estate & Auction Co. of Sac County, Iowa, as the Senate Small Business of the Week. The statement highlights the company's 132-year history as a five-generation family business providing auctioneering and real estate services.

Key Facts

Senator Joni Ernst designated Green Real Estate & Auction Co. as the Senate Small Business of the Week.
The business was founded in 1894 as Col. F.J. Green & Son.
The company has operated for 132 years across five generations.
The business is currently led by Jim Green.
Services provided include auctioneering, farmland and residential real estate brokerage, and farm consignment.
The company employs fewer than 12 people.
The business maintains memberships in the National Auctioneers Association, Iowa Auctioneers Association, and the United Counties Board of Realtors.
The company supports local organizations including Pheasants Forever, local schools, and 4-H programs.

Why It Matters

This document serves as an official Congressional commendation for a private business and does not change any laws, funding, or regulatory requirements for residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this recognition provide any federal funding to the business?

No, this is a formal statement of recognition and does not include any financial appropriation or grant.

What is the purpose of the 'Senate Small Business of the Week' program?

The program is used by the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship to highlight outstanding small businesses across the United States.

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Routine Ceremonial Recognition

The document follows a standard pattern of weekly Senate recognition for small businesses, indicating a consistent outreach strategy by the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.

Joni Ernst Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship

Connected Entities

personFestus J. Green“Founder of the business in 1894”Map →

locationSac County, IA“Location of the business”Map →

organizationGreen Real Estate & Auction Co.“Small business based in Sac County, Iowa, being honored”Map →

personJim Green“Current leader and fifth-generation owner”Map →

personJoni Ernst“U.S. Senator and Chair of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneu”Map →

Sources

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