[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 47 (Thursday, March 19, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E370-E371]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 RECOGNIZING HILARIO ``LALO'' RODRIGUEZ

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                           HON. HENRY CUELLAR

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 19, 2015

  Mr. CUELLAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Hilario ``Lalo'' 
Rodriguez of Laredo, Texas on the occasion of his retirement. For the 
last 42 years, Mr. Rodriguez has become a renowned and respected member 
of both the Laredo and HEB communities.
  Lalo Rodriguez began his career with HEB in 1972 as a carryout at the 
original Laredo 3 store. From there, he rose in the ranks, serving as a 
department manager in Carrizo Springs, Hondo, and Eagle Pass and then 
as top store leader in Crystal City in 1984. Most recently, Mr. 
Rodriguez served as a Unit Director in Laredo stores 1, 2, 3, 5, and 6. 
As a result, he has emerged as a tenet of the HEB organization in 
Laredo.
  Over the last 42 years, Mr. Rodriguez has developed a reputation as 
an exemplary leader and role model at HEB. His colleagues describe him 
as ``one of Laredo's most iconic top store leaders'' and credit him 
with helping to position HEB as ``the retailer of choice'' in Laredo. 
During his 42-year tenure, Mr. Rodriguez has been a ``positive role 
model,'' helping to empower the next generation of leaders in Southwest 
area stores.
  Mr. Rodriguez is celebrated for his business acumen and love of the 
job. Many have attributed the rise of HEB in Laredo to his leadership 
and hard work. Overall, he will be remembered as being an effective 
business owner and merchant, as well as an exceptional developer of 
people.
  In addition to his 42 years of exemplary service to HEB, Mr. 
Rodriguez is a devoted husband and father of four daughters.
  Mr. Speaker, I am honored to have the opportunity to recognize 
Hilario ``Lalo'' Rodriguez

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for his 42 years of service to HEB and the people of Laredo.

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