[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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