[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 168 (Friday, October 13, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E971]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      HONORING THE 2023 WOMEN OF THE YEAR: TARA BEASLEY-STANSBERRY

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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 Tara Beasley-Stansberry as she is honored as one of 
California's 8th Congressional District's Women of the Year.
  Tara is a dedicated public servant, community leader, and 
businesswoman who has touched the lives of countless members of her 
community. Tara holds leadership positions in a variety of local 
organizations including the City of Vallejo's Planning Commission, 
Housing First Solano, Black Women Organized for Political Action, the 
Veterans Resource Program, the Vallejo Police Department's Chief 
Advisory Board, and the Vallejo Center for the Arts. She is also the 
co-founder and CEO of the local restaurant, Noonie's Place, that 
partnered with the Small Business Development Center to feed hundreds 
of essential workers, first responders, and unhoused individuals. She 
also worked with the Community Development Financial Institutions Fund 
to develop a revolving loan fund program to benefit small businesses in 
Vallejo. Tara is known to be a fierce advocate for underserved 
communities and has continuously demonstrated her dedication to 
uplifting people throughout Solano County.
  On behalf of the people of California's 8th Congressional District, 
it is my pleasure to honor and recognize Tara Beasley-Stansberry for 
her positive contributions to our community.

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