[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 60 (Monday, March 30, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E292]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     RECOGNIZING MS. BECKY BENNETT

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                         HON. GUS M. BILIRAKIS

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, March 30, 2026

  Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize an 
extraordinary leader and dedicated servant in my district, Ms. Becky 
Bennett, whose compassion and commitment have strengthened the 
Community Service Council of West Pasco County and the countless 
families it serves. Becky is truly the heart of this organization, and 
her years of faithful service reflect the very best of our community. 
For more than a decade, Becky has devoted her career to the nonprofit 
sector, serving with Pasco Kids First, Premier Community Health Care, 
and now The Lighthouse for the Visually Impaired and Blind. Her 
professional experience, combined with her tireless volunteerism, has 
uniquely equipped her to meet the needs of vulnerable individuals and 
families with both expertise and empathy. Within the Community Service 
Council, Becky has been a driving force behind nearly every major 
initiative. She has served faithfully as Chairperson of the Outreach 
Committee for several years, as Vice President in 2022, and as 
President in 2023. Her leadership is marked by humility, integrity, and 
a steadfast commitment to lifting up those who need it most. It is no 
surprise that she was recognized as Humanitarian of the Year in 2010 
and Volunteer of the Year in 2021--honors that reflect the lasting 
difference she continues to make. One of Becky's most significant 
contributions is her leadership of the Council's annual Thanksgiving 
meal delivery project. Under her guidance, this initiative has grown 
tremendously, delivering more than 1,300 meals to families in need this 
past Thanksgiving alone. Becky's exceptional organizational skills, 
calm presence, and ability to rally volunteers ensure that every meal 
is prepared and delivered with care, reaching homes where it truly 
matters.
  Beyond her hands-on service, Becky plays a critical role in securing 
the resources necessary to sustain the Council's mission. Her 
dedication to fundraising ensures that programs remain strong and 
responsive to the community's needs year after year. She approaches 
this responsibility with the same passion and heart that define all her 
work. Perhaps most importantly, Becky's impact is felt in the way she 
treats people. She listens with compassion, encourages with sincerity, 
and leads by example--never asking others to do what she is not willing 
to do herself. Volunteers and community members alike describe her as a 
steady, inspiring presence who brings out the very best in those around 
her.
  Mr. Speaker, for her years of devoted service, her transformative 
leadership, and her unwavering commitment to improving the lives of 
others, I am proud to recognize Becky Bennett as a 2026 Heroes Among Us 
recipient for Florida's 12th Congressional District. She embodies what 
it means to serve with heart, and I ask my colleagues to join me in 
honoring her outstanding contributions.

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