[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 176 (Tuesday, November 15, 2022)]
[House]
[Page H8501]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF VINCENT GREGORY

  (Ms. TLAIB asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute.)
  Ms. TLAIB. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor a dear friend, a 
former colleague, a trailblazer in our community, Michigan State 
Senator Vincent Gregory of Southfield, who passed away recently at the 
age of 74.
  State Senator Vincent Gregory had a passion for public service his 
entire life and was known for his integrity.
  He was a Vietnam war veteran, a union president, a county 
commissioner, as well as, again, a former State representative whom I 
had the honor to serve with.
  In 2010, Vincent made history as the first Black resident of Oakland 
County elected to the Michigan State Senate. He was a strong advocate 
for voting rights, especially for our overseas servicemembers, and his 
lasting impact will be remembered for years to come.
  My thoughts are with his wife of 44 years, Yvonne, and his entire 
family during this very difficult time. May his life and legacy serve 
as a testament of all we can accomplish if we lead with compassion, 
strength, and purpose.

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