[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 35 (Monday, February 23, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E153]
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                         HONORING RANDI MARTOS

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                          HON. RITCHIE TORRES

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, February 23, 2026

  Mr. TORRES of New York. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a 
remarkable Bronxite and an extraordinary public servant, Randi Martos.
  Randi is a lifelong resident of Riverdale, a proud product of our 
public schools, PS 24, MS 141, and the Bronx High School of Science. 
Her love for community was born and raised in the Bronx, and deepened 
as she raised her son, determined to ensure that he and every child 
would have access to the very best our borough has to offer. Today, of 
all her titles, the one she cherishes most is Grandma.
  For more than 25 years, Randi has been a force for good in our 
borough. As Democratic District Leader for the 81st Assembly District, 
she served with distinction. As Chief of Staff to Assemblyman Jeffrey 
Dinowitz, she helped lead both district and Albany operations with 
skill and integrity.
  But perhaps her greatest legacy lies in our public schools. When 
parents demanded a local high school option, Randi led the charge to 
transform MS 141 into what is now the Riverdale Kingsbridge Academy, 
changing the lives of future generations. She went on to become the 
longest-serving Parents Association President in the Academy's history.
  From her leadership in local co-ops to her tireless community 
activism and her unwavering loyalty to the Bronx Bombers, Randi Martos 
embodies the very best of the Bronx and we are better because of her 
service.

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