[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 67 (Monday, April 25, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E400-E401]
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                 HONORING THE LIVES OF AMERICAN WORKERS

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                           HON. MARCY KAPTUR

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, April 25, 2022

  Ms. KAPTUR. Madam Speaker, I rise today on Workers Memorial Day to 
pay tribute to the workers across Ohio and America whose lives were 
taken from us far too soon.
  Every day, hardworking truck drivers, steelworkers, teachers, postal 
workers, nurses, police officers, firefighters, electricians, 
construction workers, bus drivers, and so many more go to work to make, 
build, and grow America. It is through their efforts that America moves 
forward.
  Tragically, many workers never return to their families at the end of 
the day. The immense void their absence leaves behind in the hearts of 
their loved ones and communities can never be filled.
  As a society, we have a sacred obligation and a moral responsibility 
to ensure the safety and wellbeing of those who labor to build up 
America. In acting on this mission, we must support the labor unions 
who day in and day

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out uplift the Middle Class and assure dignity for workers. We must 
also hold to account those whose reckless disregard endangers the lives 
and wellbeing of workers.
  While progress has been made, there is still much more to be done. 
The loss of even one worker is one loss too many. Congress and the 
Administration must recommit itself to delivering the reforms that 
vigorously protect workers from harm, in every workplace across 
America, each and every day.
  On this solemn day, may the memories of those lost be lifted up in 
remembrance, and may their legacies of service be cherished 
forevermore.

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