[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 149 (Thursday, September 14, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H4310]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            HONORING THE LEGENDARY GOVERNOR BILL RICHARDSON

  (Mr. VASQUEZ asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. VASQUEZ. Mr. Speaker, today, I join the Representatives of New 
Mexico to honor the legendary Governor Bill Richardson of New Mexico.
  I want to highlight what his work means for the Latino community. 
Bill's lasting legacy of advocacy for millions of Latinos and his work 
on the national political stage has made all the difference in all of 
our lives.
  As one of the most influential Mexican Americans in history, Bill 
devoted his life to improving the lives of New Mexicans, Latinos, and 
Americans at home and abroad. His unwavering commitment to the 
betterment of the Latino community and the Nation has left an 
undeniable impact. As one of the most powerful Latinos in politics this 
Nation has seen, he has made many of our pathways to public service 
possible. This year, we are celebrating the largest number of members 
in the Congressional Hispanic Caucus.
  We thank Bill for his work for New Mexico, the United States, and the 
world. As Members of the U.S. House of Representatives, we will honor 
his commitment to public service every day.
  ``Go with God, Bill''; ``Que estes con Dios, Bill.''

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