Jan 12, 2011
Mr. Speaker, I thank our leader for the time. Just a few days ago, one of our own, Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, was gravely injured as a result of a terrible act of an unbalanced individual. Americans were profoundly shocked and…
Ileana Ros-Lehtinen
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Ileana Ros-Lehtinen is a former U.S. Representative who served Florida's 18th congressional district from 1989 to 2019. A member of the Republican Party, she was the first Hispanic woman elected to the U.S. Congress. Throughout her tenure, Ros-Lehtinen was known for her strong advocacy on issues related to Cuba, human rights, and foreign policy. She played a significant role in promoting legislation aimed at supporting democracy and human rights in Cuba, often speaking out against the Castro regime.
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Jan 6, 2011
Mr. Speaker, on Saturday, January 29th, the Dan Marino Foundation will host its first annual WalkAbout Autism event at Sun Life Stadium in Miami from 10:00 to 2:00. One hundred percent of the proceeds will benefit our south Florida…
Dec 17, 2010
I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of this resolution of which I am proud to be an original cosponsor. I want to thank my good friend from New York, Congresswoman Nita Lowey, for her timely work in…
Dec 14, 2010
Madam Speaker, I would like to honor a great public servant and a dear friend, Congressman Lincoln Diaz-Balart, who, after 17 years of distinguished service to our south Florida community here in Congress, is retiring. The House of…
Dec 8, 2010
Mr. Speaker, I thank my good friend for the time. I stand here, Mr. Speaker, in support of the DREAM Act. The time has come for this legislative body to do what is right and to not punish students for the mistakes that their parents have…
Nov 29, 2010
Madam Speaker, the Children's Trust hosted its sixth annual Champions for Children awards ceremony just recently in south Florida. It honored the exceptional individuals who dedicate their time and services to the children of south…
Nov 29, 2010
Madam Speaker, I am so pleased, so pleased, to recognize the Miami Children's Hospital's Ventilator Assisted Children's Center Camp and congratulate them on their 25th anniversary. This extraordinary camp serves children who depend upon…
Nov 15, 2010
Mr. Speaker, tonight I am so honored to recognize an outstanding public servant, Jacinto Acebal, or ``Ace'' as he is known by his friends. He will soon be retiring from the United States Postal Service after 45 years of service. Ace has…
Sep 29, 2010
Mr. Speaker, I would like to congratulate US1 Radio on celebrating 30 years on the air. For many residents, US1 provides the soundtrack for the Keys. Since 1989, US1 Radio has been the most listened to radio station in the Florida Keys…
Sep 23, 2010
Madam Speaker, I rise in strong support of the Senate bill before us today, which would award Dr. Muhammad Yunus a gold medal for his exceptional work in the field of micro-finance assistance to the most impoverished people around the…
Sep 22, 2010
Madam Speaker, I rise to remember the life and legacy of a great south Floridian and fellow Cuban America, Ricardo Mayo-Alvarez. Ricardo was an irreplaceable member of the Cuban American community. Having fled Cuba's communist regime…
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