[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 178 (Friday, October 8, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1079]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  HONORING THE CAREER OF BETTY JOHNSON

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                            HON. BILLY LONG

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 8, 2021

  Mr. LONG. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the remarkable 
career of Betty Thomas Johnson.
  Born on December 18, 1946, Betty was adopted by Richard and Rosalie 
Thomas in early 1947. After spending most of her life in Cook County, 
Illinois, Betty and her husband David Johnson moved to Springfield, 
Missouri. Once in Springfield, Betty began her advocacy work for the 
Alzheimer's Association chapter in Southwest Missouri. One of Betty's 
major focuses was organizing annual events. These events brought 
awareness of Alzheimer's to the public and raised money for the 
organization while highlighting people diagnosed with Alzheimer's and 
their caregivers. Betty helped organize six of these annual events 
during her time with the organization.
  On top of this, Betty also advocated on behalf of people diagnosed 
with Alzheimer's to her elected officials. Until her retirement in 
2016, Betty met with me and my staff at least three times a year. 
During these meetings, Betty would keep my office updated on new and 
existing programs and sought our continued support in her efforts.
  Madam Speaker, Betty Johnson has spent her career advocating for 
people diagnosed with Alzheimer's. She has organized events to raise 
awareness and met with elected officials in support of her work. I have 
been honored to work with Betty over the last several years and am 
honored to recognize her dedication and hard work here today.

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