[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 5 (Thursday, January 9, 2025)]
[House]
[Page H78]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              RECOGNIZING THE LIFE OF SANDRA MAE KING HALL

  (Mr. DeSAULNIER asked and was given permission to address the House 
for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. DeSAULNIER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the life of 
Sandra Mae King Hall.
  Sandra was born in Fresno, California. After graduating from San 
Joaquin Memorial High School, she pursued a career in real estate 
investment, property management, and newspaper distribution.
  Sandra played a critical role in protecting local journalism with her 
husband, Frank Hall. She operated a newspaper distributorship providing 
local news to Pleasant Hill, California, residents from 1977 to 2009.
  Sandra also received numerous accolades for her contributions to the 
community, including being selected as former Congressman George 
Miller's delegate at the 1986 White House Conference on Small Business.
  Outside of her work as a small business owner, Sandra loved music, 
travel, and giving back to her community and family. Sadly, Sandra 
passed away last year at the age of 77. She will be remembered for her 
entrepreneurial spirit, sense of humor, and remarkable leadership.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me in recognizing Sandra Hall for her many 
contributions to her community. I will miss her and miss our 
friendship.

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