[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 102 (Friday, June 13, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E575]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





                    RECOGNIZING JEROME H. UNDERWOOD

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                         HON. JOSEPH D. MORELLE

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, June 13, 2025

  Mr. MORELLE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of Caribbean American 
Heritage Month to pay tribute to a distinguished community leader from 
Rochester, New York: Jerome H. Underwood.
  As Chief Executive Officer of Action for a Better Community and a 
founding member of the Greater Rochester Black Agenda Group, Jerome 
Underwood has led with clarity, purpose, and unwavering integrity. 
Throughout his years of dedicated service, he has been a moral compass 
and unifying force in our community, championing social justice and 
equity.
  Born on the Caribbean island of Antigua, Jerome brought with him to 
the United States a deep-rooted sense of community and justice. In 
Rochester, he has emerged as a tireless advocate for racial equity and 
economic justice, working to expose and dismantle the structural racism 
that continues to harm communities of color.
  Jerome's leadership extends far beyond boardrooms and policy tables. 
He is also a powerful role model for our youth. Merging his love of 
soccer with a deep passion for mentorship and ``peaceful'' demeanor, he 
has served as Director of Coaching for the River Flow Soccer Club and 
President of the Flower City Soccer League.
  It is with great pride and admiration that I recognize Jerome H. 
Underwood this Caribbean American Heritage Month. His unwavering 
commitment to equity, youth empowerment, and community transformation 
continues to uplift our community here in Rochester and beyond.

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