HONORING THE LIFE OF SHERIDAN GORMAN

HONORING THE LIFE OF SHERIDAN GORMAN

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 56 (Wednesday, March 25, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 56 (Wednesday, March 25, 2026)] [House] [Page H2706] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING THE LIFE OF SHERIDAN GORMAN (Mr. LAWLER asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.) Mr. LAWLER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with a heavy heart to honor the life of Sheridan Gorman of Yorktown Heights, New York, who was tragically murdered at just 18 years old. Sheridan was a proud member of the Yorktown community and a freshman at Loyola University Chicago, studying business. Her life was stolen in a senseless act of violence at the hands of an illegal immigrant, leaving her family, her friends, and the entire Yorktown community at a complete loss. A 2025 graduate of Yorktown High School, she was an athlete and young mentor, known for her warm kindness and limitless compassion. Sheridan inspired those around her, competing in field hockey, lacrosse, and bowling, and giving back by coaching young athletes through the Yorktown Athletic Club. Sheridan was a lot like the Northern Lights she went out to find with her friends on the early morning of March 19--the kind of light that shows up quietly, bringing a bit of color to what is otherwise darkness. We are lucky to witness it for the short time it is visible in the night sky. Doina and I extend our deepest condolences to her parents, Jessica and Thomas; her sister, Madelon; the entire Gorman family; and all who loved her. May her memory be a blessing, and may she rest in eternal peace. ____________________