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Congressional Recognition: National Boys & Girls Club Week and Deputy Jon Samuelson

Original title: RECOGNIZING NATIONAL BOYS & GIRLS CLUB WEEK

June 24, 2026

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What this does

This record documents official congressional recognition of a national youth organization and a specific law enforcement officer, reflecting legislative priorities regarding community service and public safety.

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Boys & Girls Clubs

The organization is the subject of a congressional resolution intended to honor its mission and impact.

Jon Samuelson

The deputy is the subject of formal congressional recognition for his actions in the line of duty.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 24, 2026.

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Summary

Representative Rudy Yakym addressed the House to honor National Boys & Girls Club Week and to recognize the service of Deputy Jon Samuelson of the LaPorte County Sheriff's Office.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of the resolution introduced by Representative Yakym?
The resolution honors National Boys & Girls Club Week and recognizes the impact of the organization on young people.
Who is Deputy Jon Samuelson?
He is a deputy with the LaPorte County Sheriff's Office who was recognized by Representative Yakym for his actions on May 22, where he intervened to protect a nurse during a violent confrontation.

Why It Matters

This record documents official congressional recognition of a national youth organization and a specific law enforcement officer, reflecting legislative priorities regarding community service and public safety.

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Legislative Focus on Youth Programs

The document highlights a bipartisan effort to formally recognize youth mentorship programs through congressional resolution.

Connected Entities

organizationLaPorte County Sheriff's OfficeLaw enforcement agency in IndianaMap →
organizationBoys & Girls ClubsNational youth organizationMap →
personJon SamuelsonDeputy of the LaPorte County Sheriff's OfficeMap →
personBrian FitzpatrickRepresentative and co-sponsor of the resolutionMap →
personHillary ScholtenRepresentative and co-sponsor of the resolutionMap →
personRudy YakymRepresentative from Indiana's Second Congressional DistrictMap →
personQuinn SamuelsonWife of Deputy Jon SamuelsonMap →

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