[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 44 (Monday, March 10, 2025)]
[House]
[Page H1062]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    HONORING JAY BURKE III, GRAND MARSHAL OF THE 201st SAVANNAH ST. 
                          PATRICK'S DAY PARADE

  (Mr. CARTER of Georgia asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Jay Burke 
III, the Grand Marshal of the 201st Savannah St. Patrick's Day Parade.
  This prestigious role is made even more special as Jay follows in the 
footsteps of his father, James F. ``Jimmy'' Burke, Jr., who led the 
same parade 28 years ago in 1997.
  Their legacy is a testament to the deep tradition of this event, one 
of America's oldest and grandest St. Patrick's Day celebrations.
  Jay has long been a dedicated leader in Savannah's Irish community, 
serving as a parade officer and as chairman. His leadership and his 
passion have left an indelible mark on our city.
  This St. Patrick's Day, Jay will carry forward not just a family 
tradition but the enduring spirit of our community's Irish heritage 
that defines this parade.
  Mr. Speaker, I congratulate Jay on this richly deserved role.

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