[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 87 (Thursday, May 21, 2026)]
[House]
[Pages H3678-H3679]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    HONORING CHELSEA DOLINAR-HIKAWA

  (Ms. Pressley of Massachusetts was recognized to address the House 
for 5 minutes.)
  Ms. PRESSLEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of my dear 
friend, Chelsea Dolinar-Hikawa.

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  Chelsea and I grew up together in Chicago and attended Francis W. 
Parker School. She was my classmate and friend for 14 years.
  I admired Chelsea's effortless brilliance, basked in her artistic 
talents and her infectious laugh, and was most of all inspired by her 
kindness.
  Given her artistic talents, it was a surprise to no one that Chelsea 
became an artist, her love for music filling every corner of her life. 
She carried her vibrant passion for performance, travel, and the arts 
through every chapter of her life.
  I rise today for her beautiful family, Nick, Atreyu, Anoki, and 
Suniya. I also rise today for her many beloved family members and 
friends who are spread as far and wide as her devotion to them. Her 
love for each of them is eternal.
  Wherever Chelsea went, joy followed. She was melody, music, and 
magic. She lit up every room she entered with an unparalleled warmth 
and beauty.
  It is with a heavy but grateful heart that I remember my beautiful 
childhood friend. Our senior class song by Simple Minds was ``Don't You 
Forget About Me.''
  We sure won't, Chelsea. How could we ever?


       Honoring the Life and Legacy of Brother Andrew Joseph, Jr.

  Ms. PRESSLEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the life and legacy of 
Brother Andrew Joseph, Jr., a father, husband, advocate, and a good 
man.
  We first met several years ago at a protest demanding an end to 
police violence. He, alongside his wife and partner of 28 years, Deanna 
Joseph, had experienced unspeakable heartbreak when their 14-year-old 
son, Andrew Joseph III, was killed as a result of police misconduct.
  Mr. Joseph turned his pain into purpose and committed to organizing 
with Black Lives Matter Grassroots for justice at the local, State, and 
Federal level, including advocating for the passage of my legislation, 
the Ending Qualified Immunity Act, to hold law enforcement accountable 
when they violate our rights.
  Our collective fight for justice was strengthened by Mr. Joseph, and 
he will always be remembered for his dedication to uplifting community.
  In addition to his wife, Mr. Joseph is survived by his daughter Deja, 
who recently graduated from Howard University with honors earlier this 
month.
  On behalf of myself, my family, and my team, I extend our deepest 
condolences.
  ``Amen''; ``Ashe.''

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