[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 105 (Tuesday, June 23, 2026)]
[House]
[Page H4135]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      CONGRATULATING VICKY TORRES

  (Mr. Correa of California was recognized to address the House for 5 
minutes.)
  Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Vicky Torres on 
receiving her bachelor of science degree in nursing from Cal State 
Fullerton.
  Vicky was born in the city of Orange and raised in Santa Ana, where 
she was diagnosed with osteosarcoma at the age of 7. For over a decade, 
she fought through countless rounds of chemotherapy, surgeries, and 
rehab.
  The support and kindness she got from the medical teams inspired 
Vicky to pursue a degree in nursing. She enrolled at Santa Ana 
College's associate's degree program in nursing before transferring to 
Cal State Fullerton.
  Navigating college was hard enough, let alone doing it with multiple 
surgeries. Of course it was very hard, but her determination carried 
her through.
  I ask you today to join me in commending Ms. Torres for her 
accomplishments and for her degree.


                     Recognizing Norma E. Martinez

  Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize Ms. Norma 
Martinez, superintendent of Centralia Elementary School District where 
she has been the superintendent since July 1, 2015.
  A graduate of my alma mater, Anaheim High School, Superintendent 
Martinez was named Superintendent of the Year by the 2026 Association 
of California School Administrators Region 17.
  For the past decade, she has led Centralia Elementary School District 
with strength and commitment to student success.
  I thank Superintendent Martinez for her support of her students, for 
her leadership, and for providing our children with an excellent 
education.


            Honoring the Service of Manuel Castruita Licerio

  Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to honor the late Manuel 
Castruita Licerio, a member of the Greatest Generation, a proud World 
War II veteran, whose service reflects courage, sacrifice, and 
unwavering dedication to our Nation.
  Manuel served in the U.S. Army during one of the most defining 
moments in our world history. Through his commitment and leadership, he 
rose to the rank of staff sergeant, earning the respect of those who 
served beside him.
  For his service, he was awarded the American Defense Service Medal, 
the World War II Victory Medal, and the Honorable Service Lapel Button.
  Today, let's pause to express our deepest gratitude not only for what 
he did in uniform but for the freedoms his service helped secure for 
generations to come.
  I thank Manuel for his service to our great Nation which will never 
be forgotten.

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