RECOGNIZING DEANNA LEWIS

RECOGNIZING DEANNA LEWIS

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 42 (Thursday, March 5, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 42 (Thursday, March 5, 2026)] [House] [Page H2452] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING DEANNA LEWIS (Mrs. GRIJALVA asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.) Mrs. GRIJALVA. Mr. Speaker, as we begin Women's History Month, I rise to recognize a true leader from southern Arizona, Deanna Lewis. In 1984, Deanna became the first woman and the first Black woman to serve in the Tucson Fire Department. In a profession where few women had previously worked, she stepped forward anyway, not to make history but to protect and care for her community. Over a 20-year career in the fire departments of both Tucson and Tubac, Deanna demonstrated strength, integrity, and a deep commitment to southern Arizona families. Because of her, more women now see themselves in uniform, in leadership, and in public service. This Women's History Month, we honor Deanna Lewis for her trailblazing leadership and recommit ourselves to building a future where every young woman, whether she dreams of fighting fires or serving in the Halls of Congress, knows there is a place for her. ____________________