[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 131 (Friday, July 24, 2020)]
[House]
[Pages H3841-H3842]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     HONORING JUDGE MICHAEL W. KWAN

  (Mr. McADAMS asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. McADAMS. Madam Speaker, today I wish to recognize the treasured 
life and significant contributions of Judge Michael W. Kwan, a pillar 
of our community, who passed away on July 21, 2020.
  Judge Kwan was a trailblazer in my State, known for leading on 
innovative judicial programs that respect the rights of the accused and 
improve public safety for Utahns.
  A pioneer in his field through offering a drug court, Judge Kwan's 
forward-thinking approach emphasized rehabilitation. This has served as 
a model for other courts across the United States.
  Judge Kwan stood as an example to many of those dedicated to public 
service, holding fast to our common ideal of justice for all.
  Judge Kwan was a stalwart voice in Utah's Asian-American community, 
fighting for the full story and to recognize the significant 
contribution of Chinese workers to the completion of the 
transcontinental railroad over 150 years ago.
  As the great-grandson of one of those workers, Judge Kwan helped 
found the Chinese Railroad Workers Descendants Association.
  I was privileged to have known Judge Kwan. I mourn the loss of this 
extraordinary public servant together with his

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family, loved ones, and our entire community. I am certain that his 
impact will be felt for decades to come.

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