[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 150 (Monday, September 18, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H4372]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       CELEBRATING JIMMY BUFFETT

  (Mr. FROST asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. FROST. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate a man whose music 
has not only entertained us for decades but has made a profound impact 
on society.
  Jimmy Buffett, the legendary singer-songwriter, isn't just an artist 
who has given us catchy tunes and a taste of the beach life; he is a 
cultural icon whose contributions have touched the hearts and souls of 
people around the world.
  Jimmy Buffett's music reminds us that our worth is not only tied to 
how much money we make or how much output we can produce in our 
consumer-driven society but that relaxing and enjoying the fruits of 
life with the people you love is okay.
  Through his lyrics and melodies, he transports us to the sun-soaked 
shores of Florida and the carefree attitude that reminds us to embrace 
the things that truly matter and make life beautiful.
  His influence went beyond music. He was a philanthropist who was 
dedicated to ending the climate crisis to environmental causes and 
inspired countless people to join the fight against climate change 
across the entire Nation.
  I thank Jimmy Buffett for making our world a little more beautiful, a 
little more joyful, and a little more caring. His legacy will continue 
to inspire generations to come. Cheers to him and to the paradise he 
created for us all.

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