[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 97 (Tuesday, June 9, 2026)]
[House]
[Page H4004]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   HONORING LIFE OF DR. DAVID SATCHER

  (Mr. McCORMICK asked and was given permission to address the House 
for 1 minute.)
  Mr. McCORMICK. Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to recognize a remarkable 
American, a distinguished physician, and a personal mentor: Dr. David 
Satcher.
  Dr. Satcher made history as the first Black Surgeon General of the 
United States, dedicating his life to improving the health and well-
being of all Americans. His leadership in public health, medical 
education, and healthcare access has left an enduring mark on our 
entire Nation.
  I had the privilege of learning from Dr. Satcher at Morehouse School 
of Medicine, an institution founded to expand opportunities in medicine 
for underserved communities and to train the next generation of 
healthcare leaders.
  As a student, I witnessed firsthand his commitment to excellence, 
compassion, and service. He inspired countless physicians, including 
myself, to see medicine not just as a profession but as a calling.
  I ask my colleagues to join me today in honoring his extraordinary 
legacy and offering our prayers and our best wishes to him and his 
entire family.
  The impact of Dr. David Satcher's life will be felt for generations 
to come. I am grateful for the example he set for me, for the medical 
community, and for our entire country.

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