[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 37 (Monday, February 27, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H901]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              RECOGNIZING THE HONORABLE CALVIN D. HAWKINS

  (Mr. MRVAN asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute.)
  Mr. MRVAN. Mr. Speaker, it is with great respect that I rise today to 
celebrate Black History Month and recognize the Honorable Calvin D. 
Hawkins, who is a Lake County Superior Court judge in northwest Indiana 
and a champion for equality and civil rights.
  While still in his teens, Judge Hawkins participated in the historic 
March on Washington in 1963, and then embarked on his distinguished 
legal career where he has faithfully served with purpose, integrity, 
and respect.
  Outside of the courts, he also has proven himself to be a tireless 
advocate for the youth of northwest Indiana, launching a stay-in-school 
initiative, and has also served as president of the board of directors 
for Indiana Legal Services.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me today in celebrating 
Black History Month and recognizing the dedication of Judge Hawkins and 
all individuals who have fought and continue to fight for civil rights 
and justice.

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