[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 179 (Tuesday, October 28, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1007]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





     HONORING JANA MODENA AS ONE OF CALIFORNIA'S 8TH CONGRESSIONAL 
                      DISTRICT'S WOMEN OF THE YEAR

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                          HON. JOHN GARAMENDI

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 28, 2025

  Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
contributions of Jana Modena as she is honored as one of California's 
8th Congressional District's Women of the Year. With over 20 years of 
committed service to the community, Jana's work has already had lasting 
impacts and will continue to do so in the years to come. She currently 
serves as Special Project Coordinator for the Fairfield Suisun Chamber 
of Commerce, where she assists in leading strategic initiatives and 
community programs to support local business development and regional 
economic growth. Through this position, she takes the important and 
compassionate role of providing the necessary assistance and support to 
local businesses, in order to ensure their longevity, and thereby bring 
a positive impact to the Fairfield community. This position requires a 
high level of knowledge and expertise, which Jana is well-equipped for. 
Over the years, she has gained ample experience in similar, community-
based positions such as Community Liaison and Director of Grant 
programs for Leaven Kids, CEO and Executive Director for the Benicia 
Chamber of Commerce, and Marketing and Advertising for Jelly Belly 
Candy Company. Jana also plays a major role in the civic engagement 
community, as she coordinates a Fairfield-Suisun Local Leaders 
Roundtable within her current position and has served as Senior Field 
Representative for Assemblymember Tim Grayson. Perhaps what makes 
Jana's refined, expert-level career so notable is the compassion that 
she brings to each of her positions and accomplishments. She has 
managed to overcome several life obstacles, including a breast cancer 
diagnosis, and even dedicates her time to be an advocate for betterment 
of our region through roles like: Vice Chair for the Measure J and S 
Oversight Committee, Advisory Board for the public Safety Academy, and 
Board Member for the 100 Club of Solano and Yolo counties. Jana's 
tenacity, leadership, mentorship, and commitment to public service will 
continue to impact the community in numerous ways, for the years to 
come. On behalf of the people of California's 8th Congressional 
District, it is my pleasure to honor and recognize Jana Modena for her 
positive contributions to our community.

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