[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 178 (Thursday, November 17, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1163]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          HONORING THE LIFE AND CONTRIBUTIONS OF PAUL LAMISON

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                           HON. KATHY CASTOR

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 17, 2022

  Ms. CASTOR of Florida. Madam Speaker, I rise today in honor of the 
life and contributions of Paul Lamison, a beloved member of the Tampa 
Bay community, who passed away on August 4, 2022. Raised in Lakeland, 
Florida as one of seven siblings, Paul took great pride in his roots. 
Paul's dedication to journalism and sharing moments in history, big and 
small, that chronicled and defined our Tampa community is worthy of 
recognition. His devotion to family also is a great example of the 
quiet heroes in our lives everyday who deserve praise and honor.
  As Chief Photojournalist for Tampa's WFLA News Channel 8, Paul was a 
familiar voice and face for viewers and News Channel 8 staff alike 
throughout the course of his nearly 30-year career. Working firmly 
behind the camera for much of his career, Paul went on to be known as 
the man with `the best seat in the house' when he transitioned to his 
integral role on the morning team and as News Channel 8's `eye in the 
sky' in the Eagle 8 news helicopter. Reporting on events from the daily 
morning commute to celebrations of sports championships to the 
Gasparilla parade and special episodes in the lives of Tampa Bay area 
residents, Paul connected the community with professionalism and good 
cheer. Those who knew Paul loved him, describing him as a passionate, 
fun-loving person and a light that lifted up everyone around him. 
Paul's energy and joy was a constant, experienced both on and off 
screen. His authenticity and commitment have left an immensely positive 
impact on a generation of journalists, as well as his family and 
friends. Paul's legacy will continue to live through his siblings along 
with his wife, Nerissa, and their daughters Emily, Kate, Ava, and Emma.
  Madam Speaker, on behalf of my neighbors in Tampa Bay and the 
citizens of Florida, I am proud to honor Paul Lamison for his lifelong 
dedication to journalism and to sharing stories of all the great people 
and places that make up our community. We are all eternally grateful 
for his immense contributions. His legacy will live on and inspire many 
others in the Tampa Bay community and beyond for years to come.

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