[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 115 (Wednesday, July 13, 2022)]
[Senate]
[Page S3267]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                        TRIBUTE TO IGOR BABAILOV

 Mrs. BLACKBURN. Madam President, each year, the Ellis Island 
Honors Society recognizes individuals who have proved their commitment 
to our Nation through outstanding achievement in industry, education, 
entertainment, and the arts.
  Today, I have the honor of congratulating my friend and fellow 
Tennessean Igor Babailov, one of this year's recipients of the Ellis 
Island Medal of Honor. Igor has earned a very special place in American 
culture through his work in philanthropy and the arts. A celebrated 
portraitist, he has immortalized on canvas Presidents, dignitaries, 
royalty, and even three Popes, and earned the trust of the world's most 
important curators. His philanthropic endeavors have changed the lives 
of veterans and helped children realize their full potential.
  On behalf of the State of Tennessee, I offer my heartfelt 
congratulations to Igor and thank him for using his talents to make 
America a more diverse, innovative, and beautiful place to call 
home.

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