Congressional Record, House, March 18, 2022, Page H3848
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A page of the Congressional Record, House, dated March 18, 2022, at page H3848, carrying the end of a speech by a Member. The speaker says that doctors differ on how to treat COVID, that hospitals bill over $3,000 a day for remdesivir while treatment with ivermectin is nominal, and that the press should be more inquisitive about this. The speaker also says the press should run features on the starvation of 4 million Ukrainians 90 years ago and that the Holodomor should be taught in schools. The speaker adds that the war in Ukraine is a disaster and that the administration should spend more time negotiating an end to it, and criticizes remarks about police. The page ends with a heading, Democrats Are Delivering for America.
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H3848 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE March 18, 2022
I will also point out that different is the lowest, by the way, other people who has done what he can to fan the
doctors have different opinions as to talk about 15 million—without talking flames of saying police are racist, po-
how you should treat somebody for about the 4 million Ukrainians who lice are racist, I think it would do a lot
COVID, and I have no problem finding were starved to death by the Com- toward making it easier to hire police
doctors who find that drugs like munist, Marxist government that ran around the country and easier to be an
ivermectin or hydroxychloroquine the Soviet Union at that time. effective policeman if he would pub-
given early will save lives, and a lot of I would again ask that our press run licly apologize to the police of this
times those same doctors feel a drug special features on the starvation that country for his slandering them and his
called remdesivir is not effective. took place 90 years ago. First of all, compatriots slandering them, and tell
Now, I don’t think the subcommittee when 4 million people are starved, it them what a good job they are doing.
that we have had here has studied that should be something every American So those are some of the issues that
enough. But with remdesivir, appar- school child knows about anyway; but I hoped the press would pick up on.
ently the hospitals—and this is largely secondly, when you look at the animos- In conclusion, I will make one more
the drug companies getting the ity of the Ukrainians toward the Rus- comment with regard to Ukraine. This
money—you are going to get billed out sians, that certainly plays a big role. I is a disaster for Ukraine. It is just a
over $3,000 a day for the treatment, and have a sneaking suspicion the reason horrible thing. We all feel so good
the treatment for ivermectin is nomi- we don’t talk about it is because it is about how brave they are; about the
nal. one more embarrassment to the athe- fight they have put up.
I talk to doctors, smart doctors, doc- istic, totalitarian left that some power- Eventually, that war has got to end,
tors that are well published, who tell ful people in this country like to look and I never feel, when I am dealing
me that they could have saved tens of up to. So again, I wish that the news- with members of this administration,
thousands, maybe over 100,000 lives if papers would cover the Holodomor, and or Congress, in general, quite frankly,
doctors could give the off-label drugs I wish that the schools would cover it that there is enough focus on ending
that were originally prescribed for an- because no school child should be able the war.
other purpose, but the doctors aren’t to graduate from high school without There are newspaper reports saying
allowed to by the hospitals that they knowing about this. that Israel might be getting involved
work for. b 1145 in trying to negotiate an end. But the
This is a potential scandal. I would United States is still the most impor-
And it is also important so they can
think normally the press would be a tant powerful country in the world.
be on the lookout for big government
little bit inquisitive when we say one And I wish the administration would
atheists, wherever they are. I think
drug is worth $3,200 a day and one drug take a little bit more time negotiating,
you also have to know about what the
is under $50 a day, and smart doctors trying to negotiate an end to that con-
big government atheists did to under-
feel the drug for $50 a day or under $50 flict.
stand why we fought in Korea, to see
a day is more effective. But for what- Madam Speaker, I yield back the bal-
why we fought in Vietnam.
ever reason we don’t talk about it. If But America’s school children, quite ance of my time.
something wrong is going on around frankly, well older than school chil- f
here, the reason they are able to get dren, are blissfully ignorant of the
away with things going on is because DEMOCRATS ARE DELIVERING
Holodomor and what can happen if you FOR AMERICA
the press doesn’t highlight it. let a bunch of atheistic big-government
The reason why hospitals are not giv- types take over the government. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under
ing drugs that some doctors feel are The final thing that I am going to the Speaker’s announced policy of Jan-
more effective are directives from the focus on here a little bit, I have before uary 4, 2021, the gentleman from Flor-
NIH. And, again, I think drug compa- thanked President Biden for giving the ida (Mr. SOTO) is recognized for 60 min-
nies have too much power in this town, State of the Union speech and not talk- utes as the designee of the majority
but it is something that should be ing about racism. But I still think one leader.
looked into by the media. It surprises of the problems we have with high Mr. SOTO. Madam Speaker, the Re-
me that some people still aren’t aware crime in this country—and my district publicans lost the majority and the
of this. borders the city of Milwaukee. The city Presidency because of their incom-
CONFLICTS BETWEEN RUSSIA AND UKRAINE of Milwaukee, for the second time last petence on COVID and the economy,
Mr. GROTHMAN. The final thing year, had the highest murder rate they and passed a tax cut for the rich that
that we will focus on here a little bit is have ever had. exploded the deficit by $400 billion, and
what is going on in Ukraine. I still feel When I was a child, the city of Mil- the debt by $4 trillion.
that for whatever reason, and I have waukee was the safest of the 25 biggest So forgive me if I won’t stand here
talked about it here, we have not done cities in the country. But we have gone and be lectured about fiscal responsi-
enough to discuss the Holodomor. The downhill. And I think a lot of that is bility from folks who took their only
Holodomor was the starvation of 4 mil- the police have been beat up; they are moment in charge to give windfalls to
lion Ukrainians in the early 1930s by called racists, and they are afraid to do the wealthiest Americans, and now
the Communist government. their job. They are afraid of having a they are desperate to paint a sad pic-
At the time, it was underreported in complaint filed against them. We still ture of America. They are invested in
the United States because at that time, have a bill floating around Congress our Nation’s failure, solely as a des-
for reasons unknown to me—I wasn’t saying it should be easier to sue police. perate move to try to get back to
around at the time, it is a mystery to And, as a result, we do get these high power.
me today—The New York Times is per- murder rates. Meanwhile, we Democrats are deliv-
ceived to be the paper of record. And In addition to the high murder rates, ering. First, we defended democracy. I
The New York Times, a guy by the we have, together with our lax policy was up there in the Chamber on Janu-
name of Walter Duranty decided not to at the border, 100,000 people dying ary 6 when a violent insurrection at-
talk about the starvation. He decided every year from drug overdoses. But, tempted to stop the democratic, peace-
to keep it secret. Probably because at again, it was 45,000 7 years ago. That ful transfer of power. This violent in-
the time the intellectuals, the type of was high. And I think whether it is surrection was stoked by my Repub-
people who work at the big newspapers, 45,000 or 100,000, people’s eyes glaze lican colleagues. They don’t want to
liked to look upon the left favorably, over. If it was your child, if it was your talk about that now. But that’s too
and because it was Communists who sibling who died of a drug overdose, bad.
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were starving people, it is not some- maybe your eyes wouldn’t glaze over. They attacked our democracy. They
thing they like to talk about. But the media in this country, their desecrated this Chamber by stoking ex-
I do not know how you can intel- eyes have glazed over, and we continue tremism. Yet, we got back here and
ligently talk about the relationships to let people die. they voted ‘‘no’’ and we voted ‘‘yes’’ to
between Ukraine and Russia without So, in conclusion, in any event, my make sure that American voters were
talking about the 4 million—and that final ask here is that President Biden, heard and certified Joe Biden’s election
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March 18, 2022 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H3849
as President. And yes, some brave Re- advantage, particularly in gas and gro- As the founder of New Beginnings
publicans joined us because they real- ceries. High School in 2011, Ashlee success-
ized it was treason. Fourth, we are boosting domestic oil fully implemented a unique edu-
We will defend democracy and hold production to compensate for the Rus- cational model that provides an inno-
those responsible accountable through sian oil ban which was very popular vative and nurturing educational expe-
the January 6 committee. and demanded upon by my constituents rience, which is available to all stu-
Second, we got the pandemic under and others. And in the long term, we dents in central Florida.
control. We passed the American Res- are investing in renewable energy. And Thousands of students who were once
cue Plan, put shots in arms, money in yes, the Federal Reserve will do their unsuccessful in a traditional public
pockets, got kids back to school and part to help make sure we can address school model are now thriving, grad-
families back to work. Every American COVID-related and Ukraine war-re- uating from high school, and pursuing
had access to the vaccine; every Amer- lated inflation, and we need to do this postgraduate opportunities due to Ash-
ican, and life is getting back to nor- together, rather than politicize it. ley’s unparalleled work.
mal. Next, we are turning the corner to go Before her role as founder of NBHS,
We stopped a great recession back in to the America COMPETES Act, Ashlee established herself as an edu-
Florida, where we both have the honor Madam Speaker, bringing American cational professional by being an ex-
of representing. We stopped a fore- manufacturing jobs back home, some- ceptional teacher and ultimately
closure crisis that knocked in half peo- thing that people have talked about for climbing the career ladder to become a
ple’s wealth, hurt through the genera- years. We will get this done. We have principal at the age of 25. As a result of
tions, so many homeowners in Florida had bipartisan support in the Senate. her modus operandi, she is widely ac-
and across the Nation. We had some bipartisan support in the claimed as a business leader who genu-
Unemployment is down to 4 percent House. We will now go to conference. inely cares about the growth of each
nationally and under 4 percent in Flor- And what will that mean? Bringing child.
ida. Yet, no Republicans voted for it. back home more microchip manufac- Her ability to effectively raise stu-
Third, we passed the largest infra- turing, which has made it harder to get dents’ academic prowess and self-es-
structure law in our Nation’s history. cars and trucks on to American car teem helps bolster their performance
The infrastructure plan will upgrade lots. We can make it here at home. We amidst any present challenges they
America, roads and bridges, clean air can make it in America. may have. Today, she builds and oper-
and water, airports and ports, high We will bring back personal protec- ates schools utilizing her education
speed internet access for all Ameri- tive equipment and other healthcare ethos to replicate her success.
cans, including rural Americans left manufacturing to help out, like we saw Ms. Wright graduated from Florida
behind before, and brownfield restora- during the pandemic, where it was a State University in 2003, gave birth to
tion and other environmental restora- huge issue. the beautiful and precocious Victoria
tion. Ten Republicans voted for it. We We will bring back telecommuni- Maree in 2007, and started her own
applaud them. But they were ridiculed cations equipment. We invent tele- charter system in 2010. Her passion, up-
by their own party for voting for infra- communications equipment, but so bringing, and love for empowering oth-
structure. much of it, all of it, is made overseas. ers through education laid the frame-
What is wrong with the minority And with China now spying on us, we work for her unique education and
leaders in this Chamber if they are need to make sure we have our domes- management methodology.
going to attack their own Members for tic production ready to go. Building on her parents’ legacy,
investing in America, something that And pharmaceutical production, bio- award-winning educators Dr. Clint and
they had the chance to do? I would similar production, aerospace produc- Debra Wright, Ashlee continues to
have voted for it under then-President tion, like we do in East Orange County, shift the education paradigm and
Trump for an infrastructure package. as well as space production; having the change lives for the better, one com-
But they failed to do it. We got it done. busiest spaceport in the world, 70 per- munity at a time.
Then Democrats led this House to cent of space flights going through For this and more, Ashlee Maree
pass a bipartisan National Defense Au- there at Cape Canaveral, something Wright, we honor you.
thorization Act. That is to protect the that we beam with pride about in Flor- HONORING ASMA PATEL
homeland, fund our military, support ida. Mr. SOTO. Madam Speaker, in honor
our troops. So as we hear about the mistakes of of Women’s History Month, I would
We passed a bipartisan budget just the past and trying to invest in failure like to recognize Asma Patel.
last week to meet the needs of the by many Republicans in this Chamber, Asma Patel is a board-certified com-
American people, jobs, healthcare, edu- the Democratic majority is defending munity attorney who has diligently
cation, the environment, local democracy. We have gotten COVID served and continues to serve Osceola
projects; yes, supporting a robust im- under control. We have passed a major County. Ms. Patel holds dual degrees
migration system, and making sure infrastructure package. We have passed with honors in psychology and legal
that we can meet all the needs of the bipartisan bills for the budget, for our studies, as well as a Juris Doctorate
American people. military, for the war in Ukraine. And degree.
We also had bipartisan support for now, we go on next to bring American During her law school career, Ms.
the war on Ukraine, the relentless and jobs home with the America COM- Patel was a student ambassador, men-
disgraceful invasion by Russia of PETES Act. The future is bright if we tor, and the president of the Muslim
Ukraine. We have supplied them with work together, Madam Speaker. Law School Association at her alma
military weapons, training, humani- HONORING ASHLEE MAREE WRIGHT mater. She honed her dispute resolu-
tarian relief, and we will defend democ- Mr. SOTO. Madam Speaker, in honor tion skills by competing in and ulti-
racy in Europe with that $14 billion we of Women’s History Month, I would mately winning first place in an inter-
passed in a bipartisan fashion here. like to recognize Ashley Maree Wright. national law school mediation tour-
And yes, we need to still continue to Ashlee Maree Wright is a mother, dy- nament.
address COVID-related inflation. First, namic visionary, and results-oriented During this time, she continued to
by getting COVID–19 under control, our leader. She founded Wright on Time demonstrate her dedication to serving
economy is finally producing more Educational Services in 2006, which her community as a guardian ad litem
goods again. Things are more efficient provides customized educational solu- fellow. In this role, she played a crucial
now. People are buying more services tions to communities that desire to role as a representative for abused,
again to balance that out. open a school, solve an educational abandoned, and neglected children.
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Second, our infrastructure law will problem, or require management serv- Ms. Patel has spearheaded commu-
upgrade our ports, our airports, and ices. WOT focuses on developing inno- nity initiatives aimed at ending domes-
our highways to improve supply vative learning environments that cul- tic violence. As a certified domestic
chains. tivate the entire student in a way that abuse victim advocate, she assisted
Third, we are addressing price empowers them to be impactful leaders survivors in crisis by providing essen-
gouging of companies that are taking of tomorrow. tial resources and support. In an effort
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to create awareness, she has hosted betterment of the field of law enforce- Water Management District, she par-
family empowerment seminars and ta- ment. ticipated in flyovers of the basin’s 105-
bled at events aimed at tackling do- For this and more, Deputy Chief mile Peace River, Florida’s Manatee
mestic abuse. Betty Holland, we honor you. River that flows into the Gulf of Mex-
Through mentorship, extensive net- HONORING CINDY LEWIS ico to Tampa Bay, and Florida’s larg-
working, and volunteerism, Ms. Patel Mr. SOTO. Madam Speaker, in honor est storage facility with 1,147-acre New
has worked with marginalized and vul- of Women’s History Month, I recognize Wales gypstack in Polk County.
nerable communities, striving to bring Ms. Cindy Lewis. She established the African Amer-
light and change to the social injus- Cindy Lewis has dedicated her nearly ican Chamber of Commerce of Polk
tices that plague them. Most recently, 33-year career at the Kissimmee/Osce- County, Inc.; the African American
she has begun to help address the issue ola County Chamber of Commerce to Historical Museum of Lakeland; rees-
of inaccessibility to feminine hygiene serving the business community of tablished the Polk County Democratic
products by providing these products Osceola County. Black Caucus; organized Polk County
to local Title I schools. A native Floridian, Cindy was born in USCT and buffalo soldiers re-enactors;
Ms. Patel’s Bridge the Gap initiatives DeLand, Florida, as the second daugh- and is a founder of the Friends of Ca-
in Osceola County are inspired by her ter of Johnny and Annette Wimberly. thay Williams Organization. She is also
desire to take action that empowers She has called central Florida her the only female buffalo soldier and ad-
women to be courageous in the pursuit home for her entire life and is a proud vocates for the rights of voters to ac-
of dreams. graduate of Osceola High School’s class cess the ballot box. Through her work,
For this and more, Ms. Asma Patel, of 1980. she strives to enhance community re-
we honor you. Cindy began her career with Kis- sources.
simmee/Osceola County Chamber of In 2022, she organized the African
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Commerce as an administrative assist- American Historical Museum of Lake-
HONORING DEPUTY CHIEF BETTY HOLLAND ant in 1989. She was promoted to officer land Equal Justice Initiative’s lynch-
Mr. SOTO. Madam Speaker, in honor manager in 1994 and executive vice ing Community Remembrance Project
of Women’s History Month, I recognize president in 2008. In her time at the and Polk County’s first commemora-
Deputy Chief Betty Holland. chamber, Cindy was recognized as tion of the 56th anniversary Selma
Deputy Chief Betty Holland is a 34- Chamber Professional of the Year in Bridge crossing Jubilee Unity march.
year veteran of the law enforcement 2017 by the Florida Association of She is a Polk County trailblazer, span-
profession. She currently works for the Chamber Professionals. She received ning 30 years in talk radio as an execu-
Kissimmee Police Department as dep- her certification as a Florida Certified tive producer and host of Our Voices.
uty chief of the operations bureau. Chamber Professional and is currently Moore Bailey and her husband of 44
Before coming to the Kissimmee Po- in her fourth year at the Institute for years are parents of two adult children
lice Department in March 2018, she Organization Management, a profes- and the grandparents to five grandsons.
worked for 30 years for the Polk Coun- sional development program of the U.S. In 1992, she organized Florida’s first
ty Sheriff’s Office, where she retired as Chamber Foundation from which she Juneteenth observance. She is a mem-
a captain. will graduate in June of this year with ber of New Bethel AME Church, an
Deputy Chief Holland has held sev- the IOM certification. NAACP Gold Life member, and a char-
eral prominent supervisory positions in During her tenure at the Kissimmee/ tered member and past president of the
the law enforcement community, in- Osceola Chamber, the chamber has Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.,
cluding her time as the criminal and been recognized by the Florida Associa- Chapter in Lakeland. She also au-
strategic investigations lieutenant and tion of Chamber Professionals as thored anthologies: ‘‘Voices of Unsung
overseeing the criminal justice acad- Chamber of the Year in 2001, 2017, and Immortal Mothers’’ and ‘‘Sons of Im-
emy as a captain. 2021. Cindy is also a graduate of Lead- mortal Mothers.’’
Deputy Chief Holland received her ership Osceola. For this and more, Ms. Doris Moore
bachelor of science in business and pro- Cindy has been married to Troy Bailey, we honor you.
fessional leadership from Southeastern Lewis, the love of her life, for 32 years. HONORING DR. LYNN MARSHALL
University and her master of public ad- Cindy and Troy own a ranch in Mr. SOTO. Madam Speaker, in honor
ministration from Troy University. In Clermont, Florida, filled with cattle, of Women’s History Month, I recognize
addition, she is a graduate of the donkeys, chickens, cats, and two Dr. Lynn Marshall.
Southern Police Institute’s administra- spoiled dogs who are their pride and Dr. Lynn Marshall’s journey in pub-
tive officers course from the University joy. lic health began when she worked as an
of Louisville and a graduate of the cer- When she is not working or ranching, education and training coordinator for
tified public manager program from she enjoys spending time with her hus- the Healthy Start Coalition. During
Florida State University. band boating, enjoying other outdoor that time, she joined the Florida
Deputy Chief Holland’s first thoughts activities, learning new recipes, vaca- Healthy Babies Committee and led a
of a law enforcement career surfaced at tioning in the Florida Keys, and spend- subcommittee that consisted of the fol-
15. Her best friend’s dad was a retired ing time with her family and friends. lowing partners: Lakeland Regional
deputy sheriff, which sparked her in- For this and more, Ms. Cindy Lewis, Health, Florida Department of Health,
terest in law enforcement. This inter- we honor you. Healthy Start Coalition, Sunshine
est quickly developed into a passion, HONORING DORIS MOORE BAILEY Health, and Spirit Life Ministries.
and when she graduated from high Mr. SOTO. Madam Speaker, in honor In 2019, Dr. Marshall and a handful of
school, she immediately accepted a po- of Women’s History Month, I recognize community partners hosted the first
sition at the Polk County Sheriff’s Of- Doris Moore Bailey. Melanin Families Matter community
fice. Ms. MOORE Bailey’s innovative mar- event at Lakeland Regional Health
Deputy Chief Betty Holland’s career keting skills for a national youth orga- Carol Jenkins Barnett Pavilion for
goals include becoming chief of police nization inspired her to develop middle Women and Children. In August 2019,
with the Kissimmee Police Department school and teen mom initiatives in four Dr. Marshall took the initiative to in-
and continuing to build relationships Florida counties and 24 schools to pro- corporate and serve as the president of
with the community. She is passionate vide services for 1,000 students yearly. Melanin Families Matter. She has re-
about lowering crime rates with inno- An experienced adjunct professor and ceived proclamations on behalf of Mel-
vative, new deterrent measures; hold- YMCA program director, she believes anin Families Matter from the Polk
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ing public servants to higher standards that no one achieves a successful life County Board of County Commis-
and expectations; and creating more without the influence of positive men- sioners, Winter Haven Chain of Lakes
open lines of communication between toring. Mayor Bradley T. Dantzler, and city of
officers and civilians. Her actions re- Twice appointed by Florida’s Gov- Lakeland Mayor Bill Mutz.
garding these objectives remain a con- ernor Lawton Chiles to the Peace River These governmental officers have
sistent measure of her interests in the Basin Board of the Southwest Florida recognized and publicly declared the
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month of March to be Melanin Fami- cines. She foresaw a pandemic after- dreams. Bell is a strong leader who
lies Matter Month. shock and provided $1 million in finan- does not seek the spotlight and prefers
Dr. Marshall continues to host an- cial aid to local nonprofits. to work in the background providing
nual Melanin Families Matter health Laudi continues to forge partnerships guidance and support that fosters stu-
panels and community events that are and advocate for affordable housing, dent success.
open to the public at no cost. In addi- immigration, environmental justice, Born and raised in Bartow, Florida,
tion to providing education to the Polk and fair redistricting. Most recently, Bell was a teen parent who overcame
County community, Dr. Marshall also she has been recognized by the 2021 obstacles to achieve her diploma and
spearheads a Community Distribution Tech Innovadores for her work in dig- provide for her family. Her persever-
Day each year. It is during this time ital inclusion. ance resulted in her achievement of an
when care packages, educational mate- For this and more, Senora Laudi associate degree from Polk Community
rials, clothing, food, and play items for Campo, we honor you. College, a bachelor’s degree from War-
babies and children are provided to HONORING SARAH JOHNSTON ner University, and a master’s degrees
families in need at no cost. Mr. SOTO. Madam Speaker, in honor from Webster University, all while
As a community advocate, Dr. Mar- of Women’s History Month, I recognize raising two sons.
shall has served as a guest speaker on Sarah Johnston. She first served Polk County Public
the following platforms: 100 National Sarah Johnston serves as the vice Schools, followed by positions with the
Coalition of Black Women, Polk State president of development of the Boys Florida Department of Children and
College Women’s History Month panel and Girls Club of Central Florida. She Families, and finally Polk State Col-
discussion, The Empowered Woman, began her career in the development lege. She was the first in her family to
Our Voices Live radio broadcast, and field in 2002 after graduating from the achieve a college diploma, providing
more. University of Central Florida. Her goal her with an understanding of the chal-
Dr. Marshall is the wife of Dr. Jarvis has always been to obtain a leadership lenges that students of color and first-
L. Marshall, and together, they have position that utilizes and challenges generation-in-college students face as
two beautiful daughters. her abilities to maximize results, build they navigate higher education.
For this and more, Dr. Lynn Mar- strong relationships, and honor her She is a leader on campus serving as
shall, we honor you. commitment to excellence, innovation, an advisor to the Black Student Union;
HONORING LAUDI CAMPO and community. a founder of SISTERS, Strong, Inde-
Mr. SOTO. Madam Speaker, in honor Sarah is a mission-driven profes- pendent, Sisters, that Encourage, RE-
of Women’s History Month, I recognize sional with over 20 years of experience SPECT and Survive; a mentor for Polk
Laudi Campo. in building and sustaining excellent in- State basketball; and the STEM Club
Laudi Campo was born and raised in vestor relationships with a measurable students.
Morovis, Puerto Rico. Through a 25- track record of success. Through her She invests time as a member of the
year professional trajectory in commu- experience, she has demonstrated ex- organizing committee for the city of
nications, government, and nonprofits, pertise in creating philanthropic cul- Winter Haven Juneteenth Celebration,
she continues to build organizations, tures by utilizing a strategic, collabo- serving on the city of Winter Haven’s
create partnerships, and implement in- rative, data-driven, and results-ori- Martin Luther King committee, volun-
novative outreach and services for the ented mindset. In her eyes, her team’s teering at the Neighborhood Service
community. responsibility is to serve as a con- Center, and participating in Lift Lake-
Her career started in the Puerto Rico nector for individuals in the commu- land to improve race relations and ex-
Senate as a communications specialist. nity and their passion for investing in pand economic, education, and civic in-
She then became an English teacher the future of children of promise. volvement.
and later gained valuable experience in Sarah’s favorite part of her role is Bell lives Maya Angelou’s quote,
Federal grant management in the pri- building bridges with investors and ‘‘I’ve learned that people will forget
vate sector. As a public relations direc- sharing the potential impact they can what you said, people will forget what
tor for Vega Alta, her most notable have through the stories of club mem- you did, but people will never forget
contribution became a radio program bers she serves. She believes there is how you made them feel,’’ as she plays
to connect the community with the nothing more important than telling a an important role in supporting stu-
local government. child you believe in them and that re- dents and celebrating their achieve-
In 2011, she moved with her family to gardless of their ZIP Code or the eco- ments.
Orlando, where she has been a note- nomic status of their family, they de- For this and more, Ms. Yulonda Bell,
worthy player in Hispanic relations in serve a chance to realize their dreams. we honor you.
central Florida. As a Spanish-language In her service to the community, Madam Speaker, I yield back the bal-
teacher, she acquired valuable insight Sarah raised over $25 million in hope ance of my time.
into the education system. Her passion and opportunity. Ultimately, she is f
for community work reignited at the driven every day by the bravery of the
Orange County Property Appraiser and club members she serves who face and ADJOURNMENT
the city of Orlando’s District 2 office, a have overcome unimaginable obstacles, The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu-
sector rich in diversity and community as well as the success they achieved ant to section 11(b) of House Resolu-
pride, where she helped people of dif- through mentors and club program- tion 188, the House stands adjourned
ferent nationalities. ming. For her, being able to watch a until 1 p.m. on Monday, March 21, 2022.
One of the most significant achieve- club member be the first in their fam- Thereupon (at 12 o’clock and 17 min-
ments became her work on the Trust ily to walk across a stage to receive a utes p.m.), under its previous order, the
Act policy, which was approved unani- high school diploma, and seeing the House adjourned until Monday, March
mously by the Orlando City Council pride light up in their eyes, keeps her 21, 2022, at 1 p.m.
and helps noncitizens who are victims believing that every day is an oppor-
of crime. f
tunity to be great.
In 2019, Laudi was named deputy di- For this and more, Ms. Sarah John- EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS,
rector for the Hispanic Federation ston, we honor you. ETC.
Florida, the Nation’s premier Latino
b 1215 Under clause 2 of rule XIV, executive
nonprofit. She directed the Census,
communications were taken from the
voter registration, and COVID–19 In honor of Women’s History Month, Speaker’s table and referred as follows:
ctelli on DSK11ZRN23PROD with HOUSE
media campaigns during the pandemic. I would like to recognize Yulonda Bell.
EC–3660. A letter from the Under Sec-
In 2021, she became HF Florida’s State Ms. Yulonda Bell serves as the asso-
retary, Personnel and Readiness, Depart-
director. She expanded services and ciate dean for the student services at ment of Defense, transmitting a letter au-
spearheaded a massive effort to vac- Polk State College where she listens thorizing 3 officers to wear the insignia of
cinate 13,000 individuals and educate to, learns from, and encourages people the grade of rear admiral or real admiral
more than 1 million Floridians on vac- from all walks of life to achieve their (lower half), pursuant to 10 U.S.C.
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