[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 47 (Monday, March 16, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E216]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     RECOGNIZING RAFAEL CABRERA AND THE LATIN BUILDERS ASSOCIATION

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                         HON. CARLOS A. GIMENEZ

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, March 16, 2026

  Mr. GIMENEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Latin 
Builders Association and to congratulate Rafael Cabrera on his 
installation as the 26th President of the LBA.
  For more than five decades, the Latin Builders Association has played 
a critical role in shaping the construction and development industry 
across South Florida, promoting high standards of professionalism while 
helping drive economic growth and opportunity throughout the region.
  The LBA has been instrumental in empowering local and minority-owned 
businesses, strengthening the construction workforce, and fostering 
productive partnerships among industry professionals, community 
leaders, and government at every level. These efforts have helped 
expand economic opportunities and strengthen South Florida's diverse 
business community.
  As President of the Latin Builders Association, Rafael Cabrera brings 
a strong commitment to collaboration, innovation, and responsible 
development. His leadership reflects the organization's longstanding 
mission of advancing the construction industry while supporting the 
communities it serves.
  I commend the Latin Builders Association for its enduring 
contributions to South Florida and congratulate President Cabrera on 
this important milestone. I wish him and the entire organization 
continued success in their efforts to build opportunities and 
strengthen our community for years to come.

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