[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 174 (Tuesday, October 21, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E987]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       HONORING MS. TAKAYLA PRATT

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                        HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 21, 2025

  Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
and honor Ms. TaKayla Pratt, an accomplished healthcare professional 
whose dedication, faith, and perseverance have made a lasting impact on 
both her patients and her community.
  Ms. Pratt has been employed at The Medical Center for six years, 
where she began her career as a surgical scrub technician before 
advancing to her current role as a registered nurse. Recently, she 
achieved a major milestone by graduating from the Mississippi 
University for Women with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
  Her colleagues speak highly of her commitment and growth. Terri 
Donham, Nurse Manager of Surgery, PACU, and SPD, stated, ``Watching 
Kayla expand her knowledge base over the years has been awesome. She 
has grown from the shy, quiet young woman that applied for a scrub tech 
position to a nurse that takes amazing care of her patients when they 
come to the operating room.'' Similarly, Chrissy Nicholson, Chief Human 
Resources Officer, shared, ``Congratulations to TaKayla on earning her 
BSN and becoming a registered nurse! We are incredibly proud of her 
achievement and grateful to have her on our team.''
  Ms. Pratt credits her success to the supportive and family-oriented 
environment at The Medical Center, where she continues to grow 
professionally and provide compassionate care during some of life's 
most critical moments. She is also a proud member of Beulah Grove M.B. 
Church of Leland, Mississippi, where her values of service, faith, and 
community have been nurtured.
  Outside of her professional life, Ms. Pratt enjoys traveling, 
exploring new restaurants, and spending quality time with family and 
friends.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in celebrating Ms. 
TaKayla Pratt for her outstanding accomplishments, her dedication to 
her patients, and her service to the community. Her story is a true 
reflection of perseverance, faith, and the power of service.

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