[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 101 (Thursday, June 12, 2025)]
[House]
[Page H2810]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         REMEMBERING AVA MOORE

  (Ms. VAN DUYNE asked and was given permission to address the House 
for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. VAN DUYNE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with a heavy heart to honor 
Ava Moore, a tremendous young woman from the 24th Congressional 
District. She was a leader, a patriot, and a bright light in our north 
Texas community.
  From the first time that we reviewed her application to the U.S. Air 
Force Academy, it was clear that she was destined for greatness.
  In May, Ava was home for just a short break before heading off to 
basic training. While kayaking with friends on Grapevine Lake, Ava's 
life was taken in a senseless and preventable tragedy. Our entire 
office is heartbroken about her loss.
  I had the privilege of speaking with Ava's father, a man of great 
faith, kindness, and forgiveness. Even in the face of unimaginable 
loss, he told me that he was remaining hopeful and positive because, in 
his own words, that is how Ava would have wanted it.
  Our Nation is at a loss with Ava's passing. May we honor her by 
remembering the incredible woman that she was. May God bring peace to 
her family, knowing that her legacy and her example will last with all 
of us.

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