[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 69 (Thursday, May 16, 2013)]
[House]
[Page H2706]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        HONORING CIPRIANO GARZA

  (Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN asked and was given permission to address the House 
for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Cipriano 
Garza, who this Saturday will be joining the ranks of the select few 
members in the South Dade High School's Alumni Hall of Fame.
  Throughout his life, Cip--as he is known--has achieved high levels of 
personal success and excelled in his profession, making him a great 
example of the diversity and ingenuity of the south Florida community.
  During his senior year at South Dade High, Cip set new State and 
school records for the 100-yard dash at the State Championships while 
crossing the finish line barefoot.
  As a son of migrant farm workers, Cip has used his unique perspective 
in working with Dade County Public Schools to create innovative 
educational programs and eradicate the school dropout rate among 
children of migrant farm workers.
  In 1993, after being appointed a special assistant to the Secretary 
of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, Cip became the 
first Mexican-American to receive a Presidential appointment in the 
State of Florida.
  Cip's many accomplishments and dedication to the betterment of the 
community make him deserving of this great honor.
  Congratulations to Cip Garza.

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