    [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 38 (Wednesday, February 26, 2025)]
    [House]
    [Page H861]
    From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]

            RECOGNIZING FLORIDA LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR JENNIFER CARROLL

      (Mr. BEAN of Florida asked and was given permission to address the
    House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
      Mr. BEAN of Florida. Mr. Speaker, we all know that when you are the
    best of all time, you belong in the hall of fame, like Dan Marino, Don
    Shula, and Jacksonville's own Tony Boselli.
      Now there is another Floridian, Mr. Speaker, who has rightfully
    earned her place in the Florida Veterans Hall of Fame. I am talking
    about Lieutenant Governor Jennifer Carroll.
      Lieutenant Governor Carroll's journey began in the United States Navy
    as a jet mechanic, one of the very first African-American females to
    serve in that capacity.
      Then, after her military service, Lieutenant Governor Carroll brought
    her leadership and unwavering service to the people of Florida. She was
    the first Black Republican female to serve in the Florida Legislature.
      Then, Mr. Speaker, in 2010, she made history again by becoming the
    first Black woman ever in the Sunshine State to be elected statewide as
    Lieutenant Governor.
      Her efforts to improve education and to ensure veterans receive the
    support they deserve has left a lasting legacy.
      Her induction into the Veterans Hall of Fame recognizes her impact on
    the Sunshine State and our country. We are proud of her and her
    service.
      Mr. Speaker, please join me in congratulating my friend Lieutenant
    Governor Jennifer Carroll on being inducted in the Florida Veterans
    Hall of Fame.
      She is indeed one of the best of the best.

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