[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 166 (Wednesday, October 8, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E943-E944]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   EXPRESSING GRATITUDE TO THE CITY OF BROWNSVILLE'S ENGINEERING AND 
       PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT FOR THEIR SERVICE TO OUR COMMUNITY

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                         HON. VICENTE GONZALEZ

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, October 8, 2025

  Mr. VICENTE GONZALEZ of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
the City of Brownsville's Engineering and Public Works Department for 
their exemplary service following the severe storms that struck Cameron 
County and devastated neighborhoods in Harlingen and surrounding areas 
last spring.
  In March of this year, our region received more than 20 inches of 
heavy rainfall, which caused widespread flooding, damaged 
infrastructure, and left countless families in need of urgent support.
  During this crisis, the Brownsville Engineering and Public Works 
Department deployed staff, equipment, and expertise to assist flood-
impacted communities. Their crews worked tirelessly, operating pumps, 
heavy machinery, and other resources to help remove water from our 
streets and restore accessibility for residents. Their work provided 
not only critical relief, but also a sense of hope to our neighbors in 
Harlingen.
  This effort was not theirs alone. The Brownsville Police Department 
served more than 600 hot meals to affected families at

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Laureles County Park. Meanwhile the Brownsville Fire Department stood 
alongside residents to safeguard their health and safety. Together, 
these coordinated actions reflect the best of who we are in South 
Texas--neighbors helping neighbors, united through compassion and 
service.
  Mr. Speaker, on behalf of South Texas, I wish to extend my deepest 
gratitude to the Brownsville Engineering and Public Works Department, 
along with all the city staff who answered the call to serve. Their 
dedication and solidarity in times of hardship embody the very spirit 
of community that makes the Rio Grande Valley strong.

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