[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 104 (Thursday, June 20, 2019)]
[House]
[Page H4924]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         HONORING FRANK LaMERE

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from 
Nebraska (Mr. Smith) for 5 minutes.
  Mr. SMITH of Nebraska. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Frank 
LaMere, who died last Sunday night.
  A member of the Winnebago Tribe, Frank was proud of his heritage and 
worked tirelessly for the Native American community. Frank spent the 
majority of his life fighting for Native American causes and, as a 
result, was known across Nebraska and other States for his determined 
efforts.
  I had the opportunity of interacting with Frank for several years and 
was always impressed by the civility he showed, his respect for others, 
and, most of all, how considerate and thoughtful he was.
  Frank had an interest in politics and policy and sought to build 
relationships with folks on both sides of the aisle. He was devoted to 
making life better for others and was a role model in his civic 
engagement.
  Frank will be dearly missed, but the people of South Sioux City, 
Nebraska, and the entire State will remember him for his loyalty, his 
passion, and his ability to build friendships along the way.
  Madam Speaker, I offer my condolences to his family and community.

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