[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 123 (Tuesday, July 18, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H3687]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           RECOGNIZING THE LIFE AND SERVICE OF DR. ORIN ALLEN

  (Mr. DeSAULNIER asked and was given permission to address the House 
for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. DeSAULNIER. Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to recognize the life and 
service of Dr. Orin Allen.
  Throughout his life, Dr. Allen was committed to advancing justice and 
serving his community. He worked for the Contra Costa County Probation 
Department in California for 35 years and was especially passionate 
about supporting our youth, serving on several local boards. In 1999, 
Dr. Allen was named Contra Costa County's Humanitarian of the Year in 
recognition of his commitment to the county's youth.
  Dr. Allen also worked tirelessly to ensure quality education and 
supported students. He served as an elected member on the Pittsburg 
Unified School District Board for more than 20 years, and was 
recognized for his contributions with an Outstanding Friend of 
Education award from the Association of California School 
Administrators.
  Outside of his professional pursuits, Dr. Allen enjoyed spending time 
with his family and friends of which I am one and consider myself lucky 
to have been his friend.

  Sadly, Dr. Allen passed away on April 23. He will be remembered for 
his compassionate nature and his many contributions to our community. 
Please join me in recognizing the life of Dr. Orin Allen.

                          ____________________