[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 167 (Thursday, October 12, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E962]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





          HONORING THE 2023 WOMEN OF THE YEAR: LA TOYA THOMAS

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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 La Toya Thomas as she is honored as one of 
California's 8th Congressional District's Women of the Year. La Toya is 
a passionate community member who has shown exemplary dedication to 
service in her profession and volunteer work. For over a decade, La 
Toya has worked as a department manager at Kaiser Permanente, where she 
has earned a stellar reputation for her leadership and team building in 
the healthcare industry. For years, La Toya has also devoted her energy 
and talents towards activism as an SEIU Union Steward advocating for 
the rights of her fellow employees. She currently serves on the board 
of Motivated 2 Help Others, a nonprofit dedicated to helping victims of 
crime of all backgrounds find the resources and support they need as 
well as helping formerly incarcerated individuals transition back into 
society. La Toya also serves her community through extensive 
philanthropic work, including providing meals for those facing 
homelessness and distributing backpacks to underprivileged children. La 
Toya is a proud and caring mother of two who devotes herself to her 
career, volunteer work, and family, all while treating everyone with 
kindness and positivity. She is a role model for others with her 
strength and resiliency and is known to go above and beyond for her 
family, work, and community. On behalf of the people of California's 
8th Congressional District, it is my pleasure to honor and recognize La 
Toya Thomas for her positive contributions to our community.

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