[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 170 (Tuesday, October 17, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E982]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            HONORING THE 2023 WOMEN OF THE YEAR: VIRGIE ROY

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                          HON. JOHN GARAMENDI

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 17, 2023

  Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker Pro Tempore, I rise today to recognize the 
contributions of Virgie Roy as she is honored as one of California's 
8th Congressional District's Women of the Year.
  Virgie is a dedicated and caring nurse at the David Grant Medical 
Center on Travis Air Force Base. Her patients and colleagues describe 
her as a talented nurse who is dedicated to patient care and staff 
development. Her colleagues describe her as the backbone of her 
hospital unit and a talented nurse dedicated to patient care and staff 
development as well as a mentor to others. Virgie has also used her 
firsthand experience to advocate for solutions to the United States' 
nurse shortage. When not tending to her patients or advocating for 
reform, Virgie volunteers with the Red Cross Northern California 
Coastal Region and Service to Armed Forces. Virgie is a beloved part of 
her community and has been nominated for numerous local and state 
awards celebrating her positive impact on the lives of her colleagues, 
patients, and the community.
  On behalf of the people of California's 8th Congressional District, 
it is my pleasure to honor and recognize Virgie Roy for her positive 
contributions to our community.

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