Courage and commitment are just a few words that come to mind when describing Wyoming’s Dessie Bebout. Dessie was one of the first Wyoming women to enlist in World War II and paved the way for women across the nation to follow suit. Dessie then came back home and dedicated 13 years to serve as Shoshoni’s Postmaster.

After decades of service to the state, Dessie passed away last year at the age of 102. To honor her legacy, U.S. Senators John Barrasso, Tom Carper and I introduced a bill to name the local post office in Shoshoni after Dessie Bebout. With Rep. Harriet Hageman’s support, the bill passed unanimously in the House and is headed to the President’s desk to be signed into law.

Dessie was a pioneer and embodied what it means to be a Wyoming woman. Because of her military and civic service, she was awarded the Wyoming Women of Distinction Award from the Wyoming Council for Women and the Medal of Honor from the Daughters of the American Revolution. Honoring Dessie by renaming this post office is the least we can do to memorialize her dedication to our state.

Happy Trails,

I had a great meeting today with Ambassador Cho of the Republic of Korea. I enjoyed visiting with him about the important relationship between our nations and I even offered him some book recommendations! The Ambassador and I both look forward to the exciting future of digital assets!

I also met with Emma Felicia, a German exchange student who is living with a Wyoming family. Emma is fully immersing herself in Wyoming life and is enrolled in a Wyoming public high school.

Last week, Americans chose a new path forward by electing President Trump back into the White House and delivering Republican control to the U.S. Senate and House. To fulfill the mandate of the American people, I, along with 52 of my Senate Republican colleagues, elected new Senate leadership. During the last few days,  I have appreciated the input and interest from folks throughout the state making their voices heard ahead of these leadership elections. With my dear friend Sen. John Barrasso as the Senate whip, I have no doubt that we will make President Trump’s agenda to restore our economy, secure our borders and unleash American energy a reality, and I look forward to working with the new Senate leadership team to ease the burden the Biden-Harris administration forced upon the Cowboy State.

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Joel C., a middle school student from Cheyenne, represented the Cowboy State at the 2024 National Civics Bee! Joel showcased his passion for American democracy by competing against middle school students across the country. He also gained valuable skills in writing, public speaking and debate. Joel’s commitment to community and civics exemplifies Wyoming’s promise for our future leaders. Congratulations, Joel!