[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 83 (Friday, May 15, 2026)]
[House]
[Page H3544]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




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                         RECOGNIZING DEAN LODGE

  (Ms. GILLEN asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. GILLEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the outstanding career 
of Dean Lodge, a dedicated UPS driver who has recently retired after 
more than 37 years with UPS, including 26 years in the Long Beach 
community.
  After growing up in Jamaica, Mr. Lodge moved to New York with his 
family in 1988, starting with UPS in 1989 in Manhattan. He eventually 
transferred to Long Beach in 2000, where he became far more than a 
delivery driver. He became a trusted neighbor and friend.
  Known for his kindness, reliability, and personal connection, Dean 
built lasting relationships with the families and businesses he served. 
He proudly knew his customers by name, looked out for their safety, and 
brought a sense of care to his work each and every day, and brought 
consistency to Long Beach. He gave back. He mentored his fellow 
drivers, earning a deep respect from his colleagues.
  Mr. Speaker, I thank Dean for his decades of service and the joy he 
brought to Long Beach. I wish him all the best in his retirement and 
hope he enjoys the races at Belmont Park for years to come.

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