[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 122 (Wednesday, July 16, 2025)]
[House]
[Page H3322]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 HONORING ISMAEL GARCIA'S BRAVE SERVICE

  (Ms. De La Cruz of Texas was recognized to address the House for 5 
minutes.)
  Ms. De La CRUZ. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to honor the brave service 
of McAllen Police Officer Ismael Garcia during the horrific attack on 
the McAllen Border Patrol facility last week.
  When an active shooter opened fire, Officer Garcia did not hesitate 
to jump into action. He willingly put himself in harm's way to protect 
his brothers and sisters in blue and green. In the face of danger, he 
displayed valor, sacrifice, and selflessness.
  When I visited him in recovery, he expressed pride in taking the 
bullet to protect others. Officer Garcia served our Nation for 4 years 
in the Marine Corps, earning the Combat Action Ribbon for his bravery. 
For nearly a decade since, he has continued to answer the call of duty 
as a McAllen police officer, and we wish him a speedy recovery.
  May God bless Officer Garcia, our law enforcement, first responders, 
and the Border Patrol. I thank Officer Garcia for his bravery and 
courage.


                       Thanking Dr. James C. Lee

  Ms. De La CRUZ. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize Dr. James C. 
Lee of Seguin for his lifetime of service and dedication to the well-
being of his fellow Texans.
  Originally born in Houston, Dr. Lee made Seguin his home in the late 
1970s. For nearly three decades, he cared for patients of all ages and 
served as a founding member, treasurer, and finance chair of the 
Guadalupe Regional Medical Foundation.

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  Mr. Speaker, he served on the medical center's governing board as 
chairman and on the MHMR board, helping those with disabilities and 
mental health needs access support.
  Beloved by both patients and staff, Dr. Lee's presence will be dearly 
missed. His work to help community members access their healthcare will 
live on.
  Outside of his work in the medical field, he was a devout Catholic, 
president of the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce, a 50-year member of 
the Knights of Columbus, and a 30-year member of the Rotary Club of 
Seguin.
  Dr. Lee's legacy is remembered by his wife, Janice; his 4 daughters, 
Crystal, Cynthia, Catherine, and Carol; and his 10 grandchildren.

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