[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 174 (Tuesday, October 21, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E985]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            HONORING THE LIFELONG SERVICE OF MS. ROSE AMADOR

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                          HON. SAM T. LICCARDO

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 21, 2025

  Mr. LICCARDO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the extraordinary 
career and lifelong service of Ms. Rose Amador, who is retiring after 
55 years of dedication to our community, including 44 years as 
President and CEO of ConXion to Community, a nonprofit organization 
providing education, workforce development, youth engagement, 
behavioral health, and social services across Santa Clara County.
  Under Ms. Amador's visionary leadership, ConXion grew tremendously in 
both reach and impact--securing a permanent home on Story Road and 
expanding programs to meet the rapidly evolving needs of our diverse 
community. Her steadfast commitment to public service and San Jose are 
unmatched.
  Born in San Jose, Ms. Amador was inspired early by her parents--both 
community activists--who introduced her to the Chicano movement, the 
American GI Forum, and Cesar Chavez marches. She was part of De Anza 
College's inaugural class, earning an Associate of Arts in Chicano 
Studies before completing her Bachelor's Degree in Business Management 
at St. Mary's College.
  Her leadership extended beyond our region. Within the National 
Council of La Raza--now UnidosUS--Ms. Amador served in several 
capacities, including as a steering committee member, where she helped 
establish the National Affiliate Council, now known as the California 
National Affiliate Network. As a longtime leader of the La Raza 
Roundtable in San Jose, she became known for her ability to be both 
passionate and pragmatic, collaborative and courageous.
  Ms. Amador's trailblazing leadership has earned her some of our 
community's highest honors--including the La Raza Historical Society 
Award, recognition as one of Silicon Valley's Top 100 Most Influential 
Latinos, Woman of the Year by Assemblyman Joe Coto, and KQED's 2013 
Local Hero--among countless other accolades that reflect her enduring 
impact. Being of Yaqui descent, Ms. Amador also proudly carries the 
name ``Cihuapilli'', meaning ``noble woman.''
  Ms. Amador's life has been marked by devotion to advocacy, uplifting 
the most vulnerable among us, and preserving our community's vibrant 
culture. We are profoundly grateful for her decades of leadership and 
service and wish her a joyful and well-earned retirement.

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