[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 161 (2015), Part 8]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 11679]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




              HONORING ANGEL GOMEZ AND OPERATION H.O.P.E.

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                           HON. BETO O'ROURKE

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 15, 2015

  Mr. O'ROURKE. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize the tireless 
work and service to El Paso of Angel Gomez.
  Angel Gomez is a lifelong El Pasoan, graduate of Bowie High School, 
and a Veteran of the United States Navy. After serving our nation in 
uniform, Angel continued his life of service by making a difference in 
the lives of El Pasoans.
  Angel Gomez founded Operation H.O.P.E. (Helping Other People Endure) 
with long-time friend Ron Standing in November of 2009. With the 
continuous loving support of his wife, Patricia, and their daughter, 
Rubi, Angel has been able to bring a smile to the faces of thousands of 
families in need within the El Paso community.
  Whether it is school supplies, clothing, blankets, toiletries, toys, 
food, or funeral services, Angel Gomez and Operation H.O.P.E. have 
consistently provided assistance and charitable work every 
Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, and throughout the year.
  His commitment to helping others is truly inspiring and is an example 
for all Americans. I thank Angel Gomez and Operation H.O.P.E. for their 
passion for service and for helping so many in our community.

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