[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 87 (Tuesday, May 23, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E480-E481]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    RECOGNIZING THE ACHIEVEMENTS OF CHIEF MARILYNN ``LYNN'' MALERBA

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                           HON. JOE COURTNEY

                             of connecticut

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 23, 2023

  Mr. COURTNEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the achievements 
of United States Treasurer and Mohegan Chief Marilynn ''Lynn;'' 
Malerba. Lynn has been honored this year with the distinction as the 
Eastern Connecticut Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year, for her 
model behavior for those in Eastern Connecticut as well as the entire 
country.
  Born 1953. to Loretta and Albert Roberge. Lynn was raised by her 
parents to value hard work for the benefit of a community. She derives 
from a resilient line of Mohegan Tribe change makers and has lived a 
life defined by change and advocacy performed at all levels of 
government. As a matter of fact. Lynn's mother holds the title of 
Nonner, a unique honor given for her role in gaining the tribe its 
federal recognition, preserving its sacred sites. and ensuring the 
continuance of Mohegan culture.
  Lynn's value for purposeful, hard work carried over into her first 
career as a registered nurse at Hartford Hospital and Lawrence & 
Memorial Hospital in New London. Connecticut. Lynn's dedication to 
patients from the community ultimately earned her the position

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of director of Cardiology and Pulmonary Services.
  After her time as director, Lynn joined the tribal government of the 
Mohegan as the Executive Director of Health and Human Services. Lynn's 
penchant for progress soon saw her elected to the Tribal Council 
wherein she became chairwoman. During her time as chairwoman, Lynn 
returned to school in the pursuit of a master's in public 
administration from the University of Connecticut, feeding her eternal 
hunger for learning. Her full list of educational accomplishments to 
date include studying nursing at Hartford Hospital's College of 
Nursing, a Bachelor of Science from then St. Joseph's College--now 
University of Saint Joseph, a Master of Public Administration from 
UConn and a Doctor of Nursing Practice from Yale University.
  Lynn's MPA provided her the skills necessary to elevate her 
administrative abilities, a background which suited her as the then-
chairwoman of the Mohegan Tribal Council. Five years after her entry 
onto the Tribal Council. in 2010, Lynn was appointed as the first 
female Chief of the Mohegans in modern history.
  It is no wonder why Chief Malerba was considered and chosen to serve 
as our nation's 45th treasurer in September 2022. In her new position. 
Chief Malerba has the same opportunity for advocacy and bettering 
native communities through her supervision of the Office of Tribal and 
Native Affairs, an office which acts as a hub for Tribal policy. Chief 
Malerba also has additional responsibilities in relation to setting our 
nation's fiscal policy, including oversight of the U.S. Mint, Bureau of 
Engraving and Printing, and Fort Knox, advising the Treasury Secretary 
on community development and public engagement, and acting as a liaison 
between the US Federal Reserve.
  Mr. Speaker. I consider it a tremendous privilege and honor to 
represent constituents and leaders as passionate and accomplished as 
Chief Malerba. The Office of the Treasurer has already been elevated by 
her leadership, and I know she will tackle her duties with the same 
vigor and dedication that has defined her professional life to date. As 
someone who has had the pleasure of knowing her and collaborating with 
her in the community. I can attest to the fact that despite her high 
office she is a down to earth, caring person. As the Irish say, she 
does not ``Put on airs''. The proud history of our district's diverse, 
native roots lives through her representation in the federal 
government. With her recognition as Eastern Connecticut's citizen of 
the year, I ask that my colleagues join me in benchmarking her 
continuing legacy.

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