[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 109 (Friday, June 28, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H4428]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      COMMENDING CHRISTOPHER LOPEZ

  (Mrs. RAMIREZ asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Mrs. RAMIREZ. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor my constituent, 
Christopher Lopez, a generous and passionate community leader whose 
life has impacted countless people.
  Born in Cuba, Chris immigrated to the U.S. in 1966, beginning a 
journey marked by community-building and service. After graduating from 
Lane Tech High School in Illinois' Third District, Chris' job allowed 
him to travel across Latin America.
  While traveling, Chris took the opportunity to serve others, 
including helping at an orphanage in Mexico, where he grew his family 
by adopting his son, Mario. Chris now lives with his husband, Miguel, 
in Bensenville and serves as treasurer of Naper Pride, advancing 
services, programs, and opportunities for the LGBTQI+ in DuPage County.
  On behalf of Illinois' Third Congressional District, I commend and 
congratulate Christopher Lopez for his service and involvement in our 
communities and his advocacy across the community to increase LGBTQ+ 
inclusion.

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