[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 59 (Thursday, April 12, 2018)]
[House]
[Page H3160]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




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              RECOGNIZING NINTH ANNUAL DREAM MAKERS' GALA

  (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 recognize the ninth 
annual Dream Makers' Gala hosted by Debbie's Dream Foundation.
  On April 21, friends, family, healthcare advocates, and community 
leaders from throughout our south Florida area will gather together to 
raise awareness and mobilize efforts to fight stomach cancer.
  This year's event is especially meaningful to all of the staff, 
volunteers, and supporters of Debbie's Dream Foundation. Why? Because, 
sadly, we recently lost Debbie Zelman. Nearly a decade ago, Debbie was 
diagnosed with stage IV stomach cancer. But rather than give in, she 
decided to take action. She started Debbie's Dream Foundation to fund 
stomach cancer research and fight this dreadful disease.
  In 2018, more than 26,000 people will be newly diagnosed with stomach 
cancer in our great country. That is why this event and this 
organization are so important to defeat stomach cancer once and for 
all.
  Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank Debbie's wonderful parents who 
carry on this fight, her family members, and all of the advocates for 
their lifesaving efforts and tireless commitment to fulfilling Debbie's 
dream.
  Let us make this night a celebration of Debbie's determination, 
perseverance, and, most importantly, Debbie's amazing life.

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