[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 168 (Friday, October 13, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E970]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING THE 2023 WOMEN OF THE YEAR: MAYOR PRO TEMPORE TANISHA WALKER

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                          HON. JOHN GARAMENDI

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 13, 2023

  Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker Pro Tempore, I rise today to recognize the 
contributions of Mayor Pro Tempore Tanisha Walker as she is honored as 
one of California's 8th Congressional District's Women of the Year.
  Tanisha is a dedicated and passionate leader who has touched the 
lives of countless members in her community. Tanisha proudly represents 
her home as Mayor Pro Tempore of Antioch while simultaneously working 
as Executive Director of the Safe Return Project. Since joining the 
Antioch City Council in 2020, Tanisha has played an instrumental role 
in creating city programs to reduce gun violence, reduce oil and gas 
projects in her city, and implement a rent stabilization program to 
benefit those who are currently unhoused. Tanisha has also demonstrated 
a commitment to protecting formerly incarcerated individuals by helping 
found the Safe Return Project. Throughout her time with the 
organization, Tanisha has helped thousands of residents of Contra Costa 
County effectively transition out of the prison system and into 
meaningful and successful lives. Tanisha's unwavering devotion to her 
community is clearly shown through her outstanding leadership on the 
Antioch City Council and her unyielding dedication to protecting those 
impacted by the criminal justice system.
  On behalf of the people of California's 8th Congressional District. 
it is my pleasure to honor and recognize Tanisha Walker for her 
positive contributions to our community.

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