[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 167 (Thursday, October 12, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E959]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           HONORING THE 2023 WOMEN OF THE YEAR: NANCY NELSON

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                          HON. JOHN GARAMENDI

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 12, 2023

  Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker Pro Tempore, I rise today to recognize the 
contributions of Nancy Nelson as she is honored as one of California's 
8th Congressional District's Women of the Year. Nancy is an 
accomplished architect, environmental advocate, and tireless community 
servant. She is known for her generosity and caring and the joy she 
finds in providing for her community and improving the lives of others 
inspires everyone who knows her. Since 2008, Nancy has been an 
architect for Solano-Napa Habitat for Humanity. designing affordable, 
energy efficient housing for low-income families and formerly homeless 
veterans. For each one of the 21 houses she has designed pro bono for 
Habitat for Humanity, Nancy has met every challenge with enthusiasm and 
optimism. She was also instrumental in the creation of the first of its 
kind Veterans? Residences built in Dixon and Rio Vista. Over the years, 
Nancy's community service has also included time on the board of the 
Green Valley Agricultural Conservancy, the Solano County Orderly Growth 
committee, and the Green Valley Landowners Association. Throughout her 
career, she has had a passion for energy efficient housing design and, 
in collaboration with the North State Building Industry Association and 
the California Energy Commission, helped author the Countdown to 2020 
program that helped industry adopt and comply with new energy 
standards. Through her work, volunteerism, and advocacy, Nancy has 
always found ways to give back to her local community and beyond. On 
behalf of the people of California's 8th Congressional District, it is 
my pleasure to honor and recognize Nancy Nelson for her positive 
contributions to our community.

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