[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 79 (Tuesday, May 7, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E458]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          PAYING TRIBUTE TO THE HONORABLE DONALD M. PAYNE, JR.

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                               speech of

                     HON. ROBERT C. ``BOBBY'' SCOTT

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 30, 2024

  Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor my friend, 
Congressman Donald M. Payne, Jr. Don tragically passed away on April 
24th. His passing is a loss for New Jersey and this entire chamber.
  Don will be missed, not only by family and friends, but also by his 
constituents. He came from a family of committed public servants. I 
also had the pleasure of serving with his father, Congressman Donald 
Payne, Sr., for many years on the Committee on Education and the 
Workforce.
  Like his father, Don was steadfast in his service to his constituents 
and the entire state of New Jersey. During his public service career, 
he was a passionate advocate for fair housing, for unfettered access to 
healthcare, and for those who were often forgotten by people in 
powerful positions. The Tenth District of New Jersey has lost a 
dedicated and effective public servant. He will be sorely missed.
  I send my condolences to his wife Beatrice, their children, and his 
staff during this difficult time.

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