[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 162 (2016), Part 2]
[House]
[Page 2320]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




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                          HONORING THE LIFE OF
                              DEBBIE SMITH

  (Ms. TITUS asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute.)
  Ms. TITUS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and memory 
of late State Senator Debbie Smith, who passed away on Sunday.
  Debbie was a fighter and a powerful advocate for improving Nevada's 
public schools. From her days with the State PTA to her work as a 
legislative leader, she served the community in countless ways for over 
20 years, constantly advocating for Nevada to invest in what matters 
most: our children.
  After having a brain tumor removed early last year, she returned to 
the legislature to work on the front lines for major education reform. 
Cancer couldn't stop her from making sure that her vision came to 
fruition. In her last political battle, she was able to claim a victory 
that will long benefit Nevada's students.
  Debbie was a true friend and a real inspiration. She was a hero who 
never asked for recognition for herself. The angels are fortunate to 
now have her on their side.

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