[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 48 (Tuesday, March 17, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E226]
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                   HONORING STATE SENATOR LORI BERMAN

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                           HON. LOIS FRANKEL

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 17, 2026

  Ms. LOIS FRANKEL of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor 
Florida State Senate Minority Leader Lori Berman and congratulate her 
on her retirement after 16 years of exceptional public service in the 
Florida Legislature.
  A proud voice for Palm Beach County, Senator Berman has been a 
fearless advocate--fighting for the fundamental priorities her 
constituents care about: reproductive freedom, voting rights, strong 
public schools, affordable health care, economic growth, climate 
action, and commonsense gun safety.
  Born in New York, Senator Berman graduated magna cum laude from Tufts 
University and went on to earn advanced degrees from George Washington 
University and the University of Miami School of Law. She built a 
successful legal career in South Florida before bringing her talents 
and tenacity to public service.
  From her first election to the Florida House in 2010 to her election 
to the Senate in 2018, Senator Berman has led with integrity, purpose, 
and heart. Her colleagues recognized that leadership when they 
unanimously elected her Senate Democratic Leader in 2025. Her long list 
of honors--from Legislator of the Year to Champion of Florida's Middle 
Class--reflects not just achievement, but impact.
  But titles alone do not capture who Lori Berman is. She is a 
principled leader. A relentless advocate and a trusted voice for 
fairness and opportunity. As she retires, we honor not only her years 
of service, but the values she has carried into every fight--integrity, 
compassion, and a deep commitment to justice.
  Please join me in thanking Senator Lori Berman for her extraordinary 
contributions to Florida and wishing her continued success in the years 
ahead.

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