[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 168 (Friday, October 13, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E973-E974]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING THE 2023 WOMEN OF THE YEAR: MAYOR PRO TEM PRINCESS WASHINGTON

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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 Tem Princess Washington as she is honored as 
one of California's 8th Congressional District's Women of the Year.
  Princess is a member of Suisun City's City Council and their youngest 
ever Mayor Pro Tem. She is known by many as a leader, artist, and 
passionate advocate who has found countless ways to give back to her 
community. Professionally, Princess is a licensed Pharmacy Technician 
working for Kaiser Permanente as well as an accomplished playwright and 
documentarian. She is a dedicated advocate for preserving the arts, the 
environment, and local business. Princess currently serves on the Board 
of Directors for the Fairfield-Suisun Rotary Club where she was

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named Rotarian of the Year and received recognition from the Fairfield 
Suisun Chamber of Commerce. She is also Chair of the Solano County 
Sierra Club and has dedicated her time to protecting the Suisun Marsh 
as a member of the Solano Land Trust's Conservation Committee. 
Additionally, Princess is a generous and dedicated volunteer for Meals 
on Wheels, the Food Bank of Solano and Contra Costa Counties and Vice-
Chair of The Salvation Army of Solano County Advisory Board. With every 
organization where she gives her time, Princess has worked tirelessly 
to provide for her fellow community members.
  On behalf of the people of California's 8th Congressional District, 
it is my pleasure to honor and recognize Princess Washington for her 
positive contributions to our community.

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