[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 206 (Thursday, December 14, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1225]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





 DR. EMMANUEL BILIRAKIS AND HONORABLE JENNIFER WEXTON NATIONAL PLAN TO 
                          END PARKINSON'S ACT

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                               speech of

                           HON. STEVE SCALISE

                              of louisiana

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 13, 2023

  Mr. SCALISE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor my friend and colleague 
Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton and to urge support for H.R. 2365, the 
Dr. Emmmanuel Bilirakis and Honorable Jennifer Wexton National Plan to 
End Parkinson Act, which was introduced by my friend Congressman Gus 
Bilirakis. This bill requires the Department of Health and Human 
Services to develop a comprehensive Parkinson's Disease research plan 
to address prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and ultimately, to find a 
cure for Parkinson's.
  During her time in Congress, Congresswoman Wexton has proven to be an 
effective representative for her constituents and a valued member of 
this institution. She has dedicated her professional life to serving 
the public in a variety of ways, including as a prosecutor, a judge, a 
state senator, and a Member of Congress representing Virginia's 10th 
Congressional District. She is a brave fighter and fierce advocate for 
Parkinson's Disease. She uses her platform to raise awareness of the 
disease and for resources to find a cure which is why supporting the 
Dr. Emmanuel Bilirakis and Honorable Jennifer Wexton National Plan to 
End Parkinson's Act is just one way to honor her effort.
  Congresswoman Wexton serves on the House Committee on Appropriations 
and House Committee on the Budget. She has accomplished many things 
during her tenure since coming into Congress in 2019 including the 
passage of her bill, the Expanding Findings for Federal Opioid Research 
and Treatment Act.
  I wish Jennifer peace and comfort as she continues to fight this 
disease surrounded by loved ones and would like to thank her for her 
service and dedication to this body. She has inspired many with her 
bravery and courage, both as an advocate for and someone diagnosed with 
Parkinson's Disease.
  Again, thank you to Congresswoman Wexton and Congressman Bilirakis. 
Their advocacy for Parkinson's Disease research is commendable, and 
with that, I strongly urge support for H.R. 2365, the Dr. Emmanuel 
Bilirakis and Honorable Jennifer Wexton National Plan to End 
Parkinson's Act.

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