[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 196 (Wednesday, November 18, 2020)]
[House]
[Page H5926]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     REMEMBERING CECIL CORBIN-MARK

  (Mr. ESPAILLAT asked and was given permission to address the House 
for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. ESPAILLAT. Madam Speaker, it is with a heavy heart that I rise 
today in remembrance and honor of Cecil Corbin-Mark, whose passing on 
the evening of October 15 sent shock waves of grief throughout New 
York's political and activist communities.
  A Harlem native, a trailblazer in the fight for environmental 
justice, and an inspiration to more individuals than he would ever 
know, Cecil was a giant in his community and across the Nation, and his 
loss is immeasurable.
  Cecil led a life dedicated to building sustainable communities and 
healthy communities. He worked tirelessly to ensure that people of 
color and low-income residents always had a seat at the table.
  Cecil's impact on the sustainable future of Harlem, our surrounding 
communities, and our Nation cannot be overstated.
  Our prayers remain with Cecil's family and the WE ACT community.
  May he rest in power.

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