[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 42 (Wednesday, March 9, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E242]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     RECOGNIZING DIANE VAN PARYS IN HONOR OF WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH

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                         HON. MARIO DIAZ-BALART

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, March 9, 2022

  Mr. DIAZ-BALART. Madam Speaker, in honor of Women's History Month, I 
rise today to recognize Diane Van Parys whose dedication towards 
bettering Florida and giving back to her community has had a 
significant impact on Southwest Florida.
  Born in Naples, Florida, Diane moved away to attend Boston College 
majoring in Political Science. Diane continued her education at the 
University of Massachusetts achieving a master's in business. Upon 
completion Diane began her professional career working in human 
resources, as well as sales and marketing for several prominent 
companies. Throughout her career Diane's impressive commitment towards 
helping her community has been notable. During Diane's time in Georgia, 
she volunteered for multiple organizations including the Republican 
Party, and as an Officer of the Forsyth County Republican Women. Upon 
her return to sunny Southwest Florida, Diane has remained an active 
member in the community.
  Diane's drive to continue her involvement in her community, 
specifically in Collier County speaks volumes. She was elected by her 
peers to serve as the President of Republican Women of SWFL in 2015, a 
leadership role that she still currently holds. Diane also participates 
in the Florida Citizens Alliance, and the Collier County Republican 
Executive Committee- Precinct Committee Woman. Ensuring her faith-based 
community is well-represented, Diane also serves on the board of St. 
Vincent de Paul and is President of the St. Elizabeth Seton Conference. 
Although Diane commitment to her community keeps her extremely busy, 
she does enjoy playing tennis and golf with her husband Mike in her 
free time.
  Madam Speaker, as a lifelong public servant, Diane has proven time 
and time again her unwavering commitment to the community and it is 
truly a privilege to know and work with her. With that being said, I 
ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing this outstanding 
individual.

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