Young Oak Kim: “Senate 1355, as amended, designates the United States courthouse located in New Haven, Connecticut, as the ``Richard C.…”

“Senate 1355, as amended, designates the United States courthouse located in New Haven, Connecticut, as the ``Richard C. Lee United States Courthouse.'' Richard Lee was the mayor of New Haven, Connecticut, for eight terms, comprising 16 years in office. He was a dedicated public servant who played a significant role in American urban history. Celebrated as an urban pioneer, under his leadership the City of New Haven became a model in urban renewal for cities across the United States. Mayor Lee recognized the importance of a thriving downtown area and healthy middle-class population to ensure a city's existence. Mayor Lee is a credit to his hometown of New Haven. This is a fitting tribute to a dedicated public servant, and I support the Senate bill, as amended. I urge my colleagues to support it as well.”