    [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 39 (Thursday, February 27, 2025)]
    [House]
    [Page H894]
    From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]

                      HONORING CONGRESSWOMAN BEVERLY BYRON

      (Mrs. McCLAIN DELANEY asked and was given permission to address the
    House for 1 minute.)
      Mrs. McCLAIN DELANEY. Mr. Speaker, earlier this week, I had the honor
    of standing with community leaders, friends and family to remember an
    amazing woman, former Congresswoman Beverly Byron. Ms. Byron was the
    last woman to hold my seat in the Sixth District of Maryland and
    honorably served from 1978 to 1992.
      ``Bev,'' as she was known, was sharp, funny, and wise. She was a true
    public servant who always put her country first. She stepped into her
    seat in 1978 after the sudden death of her husband, Goodloe, and she
    went on to serve for 14 years with distinction on matters that mattered
    most to Maryland families.
      To me she was more than just a role model. At 92 years old, she was a
    friend and a strong support system. Even in her last months, she was by
    my side on the campaign trail as she was for John when he held the
    seat.
      As she often reminded me, she would say: April, remember our rural
    America. Remember western Maryland is important. We need our voices to
    be heard, and remember our armed services and our national parks.
      Bev set the standard for public service and left a legacy we are all
    inspired to follow. She will be very much missed, but we will honor her
    memory by continuing the work she cared about so much.
      Rest in peace, Bev. We have a special place in our hearts for you.

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