[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 67 (Thursday, April 17, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E322-E323]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    PROCLAMATION FOR NATIONAL AMVETS AUXILIARY PRESIDENT CINDY RICE

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                           HON. MARCY KAPTUR

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 17, 2025

  Ms. KAPTUR. Mr. Speaker, I have the honor of representing Ohio's 9th 
Congressional District, a region known for its patriotic spirit, strong 
civic institutions, and deep respect for those who have served our 
Nation in uniform. Today, I am privileged to recognize a distinguished 
leader and devoted advocate from our community--Cindy Rice, National 
President of the AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary.
  Whereas, Cindy Rice, a lifelong resident of Ohio and a dedicated 
advocate for veterans and their families, was elected National 
President of the AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary in August 2024, bringing with 
her decades of service, compassion, and unwavering commitment to the 
AMVETS mission; and
  Whereas, Cindy Rice's journey of service began in 1984 when she 
joined AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary Post 22 in Vermilion, Ohio, becoming a 
life member in 1999, and since then, has risen through the ranks of 
leadership at the local, district, state, and national levels, 
including serving as Department President of Ohio in 2015; and
  Whereas, Madam President has held numerous distinguished national 
positions, including National Historian, National Hospital Chair, 
National Honors and Awards Chair, and Vice President at all levels, as 
well as two terms as National Sergeant of Arms--roles in which she 
exemplified leadership, humility, and heartfelt service; and
  Whereas, her steadfast volunteerism, including at the Sandusky Ohio 
Veterans Home, and her continued leadership as President of Ohio AMVETS 
Charities and Secretary of her local Auxiliary, reflect her deep and 
abiding dedication to the well-being of our veterans and their 
families; and
  Whereas, Cindy Rice has played an instrumental role in raising funds 
and awareness for vital causes such as PAWS With a Cause, the John 
Tracy Center, St. Jude Children's Hospital, Founding Forward, and the 
AMVETS Scholarship Program, all while promoting the core values of the 
Auxiliary and strengthening the AMVETS family across the country; and
  Whereas, during her presidency, Cindy has chosen the ``AMVETS 
Diabetes Research Center'' at Ohio University as her national project, 
dedicating this year of service to veterans, Auxiliary members, and 
family affected by diabetes, with the belief that Together We Can work 
toward a cure for this devastating disease; and
  Whereas, Cindy Rice's eligibility for AMVETS stems from her proud 
lineage of service--her father, a World War II Army Veteran, and her 
husband, Roger, a U.S. Navy Veteran--and is further honored by two 
nephews currently serving in the U.S. Marine Corps; and
  Whereas, with 48 years of experience in the field of dentistry, Cindy 
continues to serve her community even in retirement, offering her time 
and skills where needed and bringing the same care and diligence to her 
professional life as she has to her AMVETS mission; and
  Whereas, Cindy Rice has traveled extensively throughout the United 
States to visit AMVETS Departments and Auxiliaries, sharing her 
message, promoting her project, and uplifting all with her inspiring 
theme--Together We Can;
  Now, therefore, I, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur, proudly recognize and 
commend Cindy Rice, National President of the AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary, 
for her outstanding service, leadership, and unwavering dedication to 
our veterans and their families. May her legacy of compassion, 
advocacy, and tireless commitment continue to inspire current and 
future generations of Auxiliary members across the nation.

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  In witness whereof, I have hereunto set my hand to honor Cindy Rice 
for her exceptional contributions and steadfast devotion to the AMVETS 
community and to the service of our great Nation.

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