[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 139 (Tuesday, August 27, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1076]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF FORMER LOUISIANA GOVERNOR KATHLEEN B. 
                                 BLANCO

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                        HON. CEDRIC L. RICHMOND

                              of louisiana

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, August 27, 2019

  Mr. RICHMOND. Madam Speaker, I rise to honor the life and legacy of 
former Louisiana Governor Kathleen B. Blanco. Governor Blanco passed 
away on Sunday, August 18, 2019 at the age of 76.
  Governor Blanco was a giant whose life and presence in Louisiana 
politics made an indelible mark in history, and I am saddened by the 
news of her passing. As Louisiana's first woman to serve as governor 
coupled with her time spent in the Louisiana State House, Governor 
Blanco was a trailblazer whose work and dedication to the state of 
Louisiana remains unquestionable. Her legacy of leadership during the 
plight of Hurricane Katrina will be marked by her championship of all 
Louisianans.
  It has been an honor to work with Governor Blanco during my career, 
and I am grateful for her service. I send my sincere condolences, 
prayers, and strength to the Blanco family during this difficult time. 
May her soul rest in peace.
  Madam Speaker, I celebrate the life and legacy of Governor Kathleen 
B. Blanco.

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