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even younger iowans got involved ten-year-old quinn swart took it on her cell to create bracelets and keychains raising $8000 for flood victims. as she put it, i heard what some of my friends were going through and i wanted to find a way to make them smile. when, we're all smiling now. we're joined tonight by some of the volunteers, state employees, emergency managers, first responders and local leaders who stepped up in the face of adversity. you represent so many others across the state who demonstrated the strength, compassion, and determination that defines iowa. please join me in thanking these iowans further heroism and dedication. thank you. [applause] i want to pause for a moment tonight to recognize two remarkable iowans we lost last year who serve our state with distinction. former secretary becerra culture bill northey dedicated his life to farm families, rural communities, and the state he loved. he was a beloved husband, father and grandpa. his lost the price is not only a servant leader like few others, but also a dear friend to so many. he is greatly missed. so, , too,