[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 109 (Tuesday, June 30, 2026)]
[House]
[Page H4335]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             CELEBRATING LILIANA HAGGERTY'S ACCOMPLISHMENTS

  (Mr. CLEAVER asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. CLEAVER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of the 
inspiring resilience and perseverance of my constituent Liliana 
Haggerty. At just 14 years old, Liliana was diagnosed with Hodgkin's 
lymphoma, a type of blood cancer that spread through her lymphatic 
system.
  Earlier this month, I had the privilege of meeting Liliana and her 
wonderful family in my office. Her courage in the face of a frightening 
disease was profound. As a patient, she founded a nonprofit dedicated 
to providing pediatric hospital patients with pajamas, blankets, and 
socks.
  Thanks to the exceptional care she received at Children's Mercy 
Hospital Kansas City and an aggressive 12-week chemo plan, Liliana's 
cancer is now in remission.
  Today, Liliana dedicates her time to advocating for other patients 
and families navigating through serious illnesses.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in celebrating Liliana's 
accomplishments and wishing her continued success in the years ahead.

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