[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 133 (Thursday, July 29, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E851]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                HONORING THE LIFE OF DR. LEON HALEY, JR.

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                        HON. JOHN H. RUTHERFORD

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 29, 2021

  Mr. RUTHERFORD. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Dr. 
Leon Haley, Jr., who served as CEO of UF Health Jacksonville in my 
district. His sudden passing on July 25, 2021, is an incredible loss 
not only to his many family and friends who loved him but was also felt 
deeply by our Jacksonville medical community.
  His colleagues have shared their tremendous respect for Dr. Haley, 
remarking that he led his team with integrity, kindness, and commitment 
to all he was called to serve. As the first Black CEO of UF Health, Dr. 
Haley prioritized the importance of providing high-quality and 
compassionate care to patients of all backgrounds and was a known 
advocate for equality in healthcare. Dr. Haley played a pivotal role in 
Florida's response to the COVID-19 pandemic and is believed to be the 
first Floridian to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
  On behalf of our Northeast Florida community, I rise today to 
recognize Dr. Haley for his years of public service and dedication to 
our community. I offer my heartfelt prayers for peace and comfort for 
his family, friends, and all who were blessed to know Dr. Haley. We 
come together during this difficult time to honor his memory as a great 
medical leader, doctor, colleague, friend, and father. May he rest in 
peace.

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