[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 129 (Wednesday, July 26, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H3966]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               RECOGNIZING IRENE PEREZ PLOKE SGAMBELLURI

  (Mr. MOYLAN asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. MOYLAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize Irene Perez Ploke 
Sgambelluri. A proud mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, and a 
World War II survivor are just some of the words used to describe Ms. 
Irene Perez Ploke Sgambelluri, or as many call her, Aunty Irene.
  Aunty Irene has been a fighter for World War II survivors, a champion 
for Guam's Greatest Generation, and one who has worked tirelessly over 
the decades to ensure that those who endured the atrocities of the 
occupation are recognized by the Federal Government.
  Aunty Irene advocated for the payments of World War II reparations 
for decades, and the fruits of her labor were rewarded when former 
President Donald Trump enacted legislation to ensure these reparations 
were fulfilled.
  During the month our community celebrates Guam's liberation, I honor 
her for her years of advocacy.
  Mr. Speaker, I thank Aunty Irene, and may God continue to bless her 
and her family.

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