[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 69 (Tuesday, April 25, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H1921]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               RECOGNIZING THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF ISRAEL

  (Mr. LAWLER asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. LAWLER. Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to recognize one of America's 
greatest allies, the State of Israel.
  Tomorrow, Israel will celebrate its 75th anniversary. As a 
Representative of New York's 17th Congressional District, which is home 
to one of the largest Jewish populations in the country, I stand here 
with a deep sense of pride and honor for all that Israel has 
accomplished.
  Israel is a beacon of freedom, liberty, and hope, and its success is 
testament to the resilience of its citizens. For 75 years, the State of 
Israel has stood strong, overcoming countless challenges and emerging 
as a leader in technology, science, and diplomacy.
  As a staunch supporter of Israel, I am proud to stand with this great 
nation and its people. I have seen firsthand the impact that Israel has 
had on the world, from its many contributions to medical research to 
its efforts to promote peace in the Middle East.
  Israel's story is one of courage, determination, and hope. I look 
forward to joining Speaker McCarthy in Israel as we celebrate the 
momentous occasion of their 75th anniversary later this week.

  Let us never forget that Israel's strength lies in its people, a 
people who have overcome adversity time and time again.

                          ____________________