"Records," "testifies," "states," "attests," and "affirms" are all synonyms for the phrase "goes on the record for." Each of these terms conveys the act of providing a formal statement about a particular issue or matter, usually as part of a legal or official proceeding. Other possible synonyms might include "swears," "witnesses," "verifies," or "declares." The choice of which term to use will depend largely on the context and the specific tone or emphasis the speaker wishes to convey. Regardless of the exact wording chosen, however, the underlying meaning remains the same: to formally make a statement of fact or opinion that can be entered into official records for future reference.