IN HONOR OF PRESIDENT JIMMY CARTER

IN HONOR OF PRESIDENT JIMMY CARTER

Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 3 (Tuesday, January 7, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 3 (Tuesday, January 7, 2025)] [House] [Page H52] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] IN HONOR OF PRESIDENT JIMMY CARTER (Mr. KENNEDY of New York asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.) Mr. KENNEDY of New York. Madam Speaker, a peacemaker, environmentalist, and humanitarian, President Jimmy Carter's work left an indelible mark on our country and the western New York community. He was no stranger to my district, visiting for speeches at the University at Buffalo and Canisius University, campaign rallies in Cheektowaga and Tonawanda, and even making a stop at Niagara Falls State Park while celebrating his 50th wedding anniversary with his beloved wife, Rosalynn. During his Presidency, he established the Superfund program, supporting the cleanup of toxic sites across western New York, including Love Canal. Following his term in office, he set the standard for the post- Presidency and saved millions of lives by advancing global health, including through his efforts to end childhood malaria fatalities and destigmatize HIV. He was a man of faith who loved his family and loved our country. Let us mourn our Nation's loss, celebrate a life well lived, and learn from his legacy of always putting country before self. May President Jimmy Carter rest in peace. ____________________