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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the work and achievements of Latino Health Access. Latino Health Access is a non-profit health organization founded with the mission to bring health, equity, and sustainable change to our community through education, services, consciousness-raising, and civic engagement. Latino Health Access is committed to delivering culturally appropriate health-related services that address urgent health concerns, as well as engaging individuals in low-income, low- opportunity areas by providing the tools necessary to positively transform their environments. Latino Health Access founder and CEO, America Brancho, MPH, drew from her experience working as a Medical Doctor in rural Venezuela alongside Promotoras, also known as community health workers. She brought that experience with her and established that same Promoter/Community Health Worker model in Orange County, California. Latino Health Access relies on its team of trained Promotoras to proactively search for community members, strengthen relationships with the community, provide direct services, and advocate for transformative change to improve health. Promotoras engage with the community to combat serious public health problems that affect marginalized families. This year, Latino Health Access is celebrating its 30th anniversary and the opening of its Promotor Learning Institute, which aims to provide a platform for advancing the Promoter model locally and worldwide via capacity-building, apprenticeships, and research. Through the Promotor Learning Institute, Latino Health Access will be able to grow the Promotor/Community Health Worker workforce in Orange County and continue its mission to reach more communities in the area. I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring the achievements of Latino Health Access.

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the achievements of Dr. Nitin Shah, a compassionate and dedicated physician whose unwavering commitment to the well-being of his community has had a profound and lasting impact on the lives of thousands of individuals. Dr. Nitin Shah's journey began in 1975, where he began his rotating medical internship in Vadodara, India before migrating to New York. There, he continued his career as a research fellow--and eventually moved to the City of Anaheim and continued to provide medical care as an anesthesiologist. In 2006, Dr. Shah's deep sense of empathy and vision for a healthier and more equitable society led him to establish the Anaheim Free Health Clinic and Citizenship Fair, an event that provides free medical, dental, vision, and other health care services to Anaheim residents with the help of countless doctors and volunteers. Recognizing the pressing need for accessible healthcare in our community, he made it his life's mission to provide quality medical care to those who were underserved and often overlooked. From humble beginnings, the clinic has developed into a cornerstone of community health, with an impact that extends far beyond the facility's walls. Countless lives have been changed because of his efforts. Families that could not previously afford crucial health visits now have access to these services. Children get the vaccinations they need to stay healthy, and those with chronic illnesses get the continuing care and assistance they need to manage their ailments. His tireless commitment to providing free health care services to those in need exemplifies the values of compassion, selflessness, and service. Mr. Speaker, I call upon my fellow members of Congress to join me in recognizing the incredible work of Dr. Shah.

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Mr. CORREA. Madam Speaker, today, I rise in honor of UCLA's Chancellor Gene Block to thank him for 17 years of leadership at America's premier public institution of education, UCLA. Since 2007, Chancellor Block has increased accessibility and diversity, grown enrollment, and doubled funding for research at UCLA. Today, nearly a third of UCLA graduates are first-generation college students, as Chancellor Block was himself. Madam Speaker, as a proud UCLA alumnus, I thank Chancellor Block for his service to the public and to the Bruin community, and for keeping UCLA as a top research institution in the Nation. Go Bruins. Recognizing Gustavo Ocegueda

Mr. CORREA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor a young man in my district, Gustavo Ocegueda, a remarkable young man whose journey is one of determination and inspiration. When he was a boy, Gustavo looked at the sky and began collecting model planes, dreaming of becoming a commercial pilot. As a proud Godinez Fundamental High School alumnus, he stayed focused on his dream, worked hard, volunteered in the community, and played basketball. He grew up in an underserved community, but his parents' support and sacrifice and hard work pushed him to study at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University where Gustavo spent long nights studying in the library. In the end, it was all worth it. The multiple jobs and family sacrifices were all worth it when his mother joined him as his first passenger on a commercial flight. He is now a commercial pilot and has finally achieved his dream. Madam Speaker, I thank Gustavo for his great work and keep flying high.

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Chair, I demand a recorded vote.

Mr. CORREA. Mr. Chair, I have an amendment at the desk.

Mr. CORREA. Mr. Chair, I yield myself such time as I may consume. I say to you, if you want to reduce fentanyl on our streets, I ask you to vote for this amendment. This amendment No. 13 simply allows CBP to hire additional CBP officers at our ports of entry in addition to new CBP Border Patrol agents. Our ports of entry today are the economic engine of our country. They are vital gateways for our international commerce, travel, and they collect more than $112 billion in duties and taxes every year, but our ports of entry are understaffed. CBP has told us they need 4,000 more agents at our ports of entry. As you know, about 90 percent of fentanyl seizures and other narcotics actually happen at our ports of entry. That is with only 2 percent of the vehicles crossing being inspected. That is with only 17 percent of cargo coming across those ports of entries being inspected. If you want to stop and if you want to seize more fentanyl, you need to hire more agents at our ports of entry. It is very simple. Today, this bill that I am amending calls for 2,000 more border agents, but only 150 new officers at our ports of entry. Let me repeat: This bill only calls for 150 new agents at our ports of entry, and my amendment simply says: Give the CBP, our folks at the border, the ability and the flexibility to determine who they hire--ports of entry, or between ports of entry. Those experts that are there protecting our borders day in and day out should make that decision. Again, Mr. Chair, 90 percent of the fentanyl seized coming into this country is seized at our ports of entry. Ninety percent? Says who? Ninety percent, says those officers at our ports of entry. They need our help. Let's give them the flexibility. Let's give them the tools to make sure they keep our country safe from fentanyl while continuing to increase economic commerce and trade at our borders. Mr. Chair, I ask my colleagues to support amendment No. 13, and I reserve the balance of my time.

Mr. CORREA. Mr. Chair, and I say to my colleague on the other side of the aisle, who is absolutely correct, we need those forces at our border. I am just pointing out that we know most of the drugs, narcotics, fentanyl, come across the ports of entry. Why not give those ports additional personnel to stop the fentanyl that we know is killing our citizens, our young people in our streets. Give them the opportunity to also hire. Give the Border Patrol and those agents at our ports of entry the ability to stop these poisons from coming into our country. One death is one death too many from an overdose from fentanyl. Let's stop fentanyl and other narcotics from coming into the country. Again, sir, 90 percent of the fentanyl and narcotics are actually apprehended at our ports of entry. That is not my statistic. That is not his statistic. That is Homeland Security data. Mr. Chair, I reserve the balance of my time.

Mr. CORREA. Mr. Chair, again, I think all of us recognize the challenges we have at our border. What I am merely doing is presenting this amendment, amendment No. 13, in response to what I have seen at our ports of entry, which is: They need more personnel, and they need it today. Let's help them at the border keep our country safe. Let's give them the personnel and the resources they need. Mr. Chair, I yield back the balance of my time.

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the exceptional achievements of former Associate Justice of the California Supreme Court Cruz Reynoso. Cruz Reynoso was born in Brea, California and was raised in La Habra, California. By the age of 11, he led a successful petition to have his rural community receive deliveries from the postman. Upon discovering the power in using his words to right the wrongs he witnessed, Judge Reynoso set off on a path as a civil rights advocate. His high school art teacher saw his talents and convinced him to attend Fullerton College. There his speech teacher recommended Reynoso be chairman of the first freshman class meeting. He was elected as the freshman class president and then the following spring, he was elected the college's first Latino student body president. Prior to his graduation in June of 1951, he was offered a scholarship to attend Pomona College. After graduating from Pomona College in 1953, he enlisted in the United States Armed Forces, serving in the Counterintelligence Corps. Following his enlistment, he enrolled in UC Berkeley's School of Law and graduated in 1958. From 1958 to 1959, he studied constitutional law through a Ford Foundation fellowship at the National University of Mexico and after passing the bar, he opened a private practice in El Centro, California. His full-time job was teaching law at the University of New Mexico, becoming one of the first Latino law professors in the country. He continued to make his mark in the legal field by being appointed to the California Court of Appeal in 1976 and the California Supreme Court in 1982 as an Associate Justice. From 1991 to 2001, he became a law professor at the University of California, Los Angeles. In 2001, he was rewarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian honor, by President Clinton. The same year, he became a Professor of Law Emeritus at the University of California, Davis. His wife of 53 years, Jeannene, died in 2007. He remarried, and he and his wife Elaine lived in Davis, where he enjoyed the time spent with his 17 grandchildren. In May 2021, Cruz Reynoso passed away. In April 2013, Fullerton College Centennial Celebration saluted the achievements of Cruz Reynoso as an inaugural member of its Hall of Fame. Today, Fullerton College renamed its Student Services Building as Cruz Reynoso Hall to honor Judge Reynoso, a Hornet alumnus and the first Latino Supreme Court Justice. I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring and celebrating the commitments and accomplishments of Judge Cruz Reynoso.

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to celebrate the 45th anniversary of El Pachuco Zoot Suits stores in Fullerton, California. El Pachuco is a very important cornerstone of our community in Orange County. Phyllis Estrella first heard the word ``Pachuco'' in the 1940s and 1950s when this word was linked to racial tension and riots in Los Angeles, California. Later, in the summer of 1978, she was inspired by the Luis Valdez production centered on the Pachuco and the iconic zoot suit. She opened up an El Pachuco Zoot Suits store that year. Now, high schoolers across Orange County wear zoot suits to proms and graduations, bringing dignity and pride to the name ``El Pachuco.'' Congratulations to Phyllis and the entire El Pachuco Zoot Suits team for 45 years and 45 years to go. Honoring the Life of Minh Tam Nguyen

Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of a beloved member of the Orange County community, Mr. Minh Tam Nguyen. Minh was a Lieutenant Colonel in the South Vietnamese Navy. After the war, Minh and his family sought refuge in America and made southern California their home. Minh was a pillar for Little Saigon and the Vietnamese-American community across the United States. He started Advance Beauty College to provide for his family and encourage other Vietnamese families to become nail technicians. He was known as the Godfather of Manicures, and his work as an entrepreneur opened and provided for the community and those like him who left everything behind in Vietnam for a better life in America. Today, more than 40,000 students have graduated from Minh's beauty salon and school. His children, Linh and Tam, continue to carry his legacy in Orange County and all over the United States. Minh is the American Dream. His story is the story of Little Saigon, entrepreneurship, and of the American melting pot. Mr. Speaker, I thank Minh for his hard work. May he rest in peace. His memory lives forever.

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the achievements of Saint Anne Church. In 1923, Father Verhalen announced that a location had been chosen for the new church's construction in the City of Santa Ana. The site featured 3 lots in a new tract named Wilshire Square, that faced South Main Street and another 3 lots that faced Sycamore Street. On April 22, 1923, the first Mass of the new parish was celebrated at 9:00 a.m. on April 22, 1923, in the home of Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Longmire. In 1939, Reverend Christopher J. Bradley was appointed as the parish's pastor, marking a time when St. Anne Parish began to flourish. Father Bradley started making changes to the parish facilities soon after he arrived, and on November 30, 1941, a solemn Mass was conducted in the stunning new church with 400 seats, 32 stained glass windows, and a beautiful bell tower. In September of 1945, it was through Father Bradely that the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary were invited to Santa Ana, California to assist parents in the task of educating their children, which resulted in the parish's new grammar school opening its doors to students for the first time. In May 1949, a new $80,000 convent was completed at the comer of Sycamore Street and Borchard Avenue. The convent includes a chapel which is a miniature of the church and contains 14 stained glass windows. In 1950, the church was lengthened, and the church capacity was doubled. The church was enlarged again in 1962. New marble altars were installed, a mortuary chapel was provided in a nave alcove, and a new tabernacle and pipe organ were added. The total seating capacity was increased to 1,000 people. Today, 100 years later, Saint Anne Church has over 6,000 registered families and has helped the community through many food and toy drives. I ask my colleagues to join me in celebrating the exceptional achievements of Saint Anne Church.

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the achievements of Latino Health Access, an organization that works tirelessly to uplift communities, promote health equity, and create sustainable change. Latino Health Access (LHA) has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to these ideals through its mission, which partners with communities to aid through education, services, consciousness-raising, and civic participation. Latino Health Access's mission is multifaceted, encompassing the delivery of culturally appropriate health-related services and programming to address pressing health concerns, as well as engaging individuals in low-income, low-opportunity areas to transform their environments and effect positive, concrete changes in their homes and communities. Since its establishment in 1993, Latino Health Access has been a trailblazer in the field of public health by pioneering the Promotor de Salud/Community Health Worker (CHW) model in the United States, recognizing the potential of individuals from within communities to advocate for better health and living conditions. The Promotores y Promotoras, who are integral to the Latino Health Access approach, are community members themselves, living within the very neighborhoods they serve, and are dedicated to promoting, connecting, and linking their communities with vital health services while also advocating at local, county, and state levels for policies that enhance overall living conditions. Today, equity lies at the heart of the Promotor Model, which contributes to building healthier and more resilient communities by providing systems navigation services, surmounting barriers to access, and amplifying community leadership and participation, while simultaneously advocating for policy, systems, and environmental changes that address the social determinants of health. I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring the profound impact of Latino Health Access and its Promoter Model.

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the achievements of Silvia Guadalupe Garcia, the woman behind the Garcia family's legacy in the City of Anaheim. Silvia Guadalupe Garcia emigrated from Guadalajara, Mexico, to Anaheim, California, in 1972, where she worked packing oranges and as a housekeeper in nearby hotels. It was during this time that she met Frank Garcia, who was working as a cook in the restaurant industry. Silvia and Frank married and raised a son, Frank, Jr., who was born in 1974, and twin daughters, Veronica and Cindy, born in 1979. In 1985, Silvia and Frank opened La Casa Garcia Restaurant. Initially, they did it all. The couple were the cooks, waiters, cleanup crew, and dishwashers. Due to their hard work and perseverance, the restaurant became a success, leading the family to become well known throughout the community for their excellent food and philanthropic endeavors. The Garcias, who have been married for fifty years, have continually supported those less fortunate, especially the veteran community. One of their most notable legacies was the creation of ``We Give Thanks,'' a non-profit organization that provides Thanksgiving dinner to some 15,000 people each year in Orange County. Frank credits his success in life to his ``beautiful wife,'' without whom ``I would not be the man I am today.'' A dedicated, hardworking woman, Silvia has overcome many obstacles in her life, but has also experienced many blessings. Those blessings inspired her to create a legacy of kindness and respect for her Anaheim community and all of Orange County. Today, Frank and Silvia still work behind the scenes, while their daughters run La Casa Garcia and Frank Jr. operates another successful Orange County restaurant. I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring and celebrating the achievements of Silvia Guadalupe Garcia, a woman for whom we should all give thanks for bringing a bounty of joy to our community.

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of a resolution I proudly introduced earlier this month to recognize Chicano/Chicana Heritage Month. Although the term ``Chicano'' was previously used as a derogatory term for Mexican Americans, today the Mexican American community has reclaimed ``Chicano'' and ``Chicana'' to empower and uplift the Mexican American identity. Chicanos and Chicanas from all over--my district in Orange County, the State of California, and the United States as a whole--have significantly contributed to the advancement of our society. Chicanos have aided in scientific advancement, such as the co-invention of the X-ray reflection microscope by Albert Vinicio Baez. Chicanos have pushed the limits of space exploration, like Ellen Ochoa did as the first Hispanic female astronaut. And Chicanos, like Emigido Vasquez and Selena Quintanilla Perez, have added color through our lives through art, music, and fashion. Chicanos and Chicanas have also served proudly in our Nation's military. These brave patriots fought and sacrificed for our Nation's freedoms. Almost 20 percent of American casualties in the Vietnam War were Chicano and Chicana. As of 2021, over 37,000,000 Chicanos and Chicanas reside in the United States and make up about 60 percent of America's Latino population. The Chicano population alone makes up almost 12 percent of this country, making Chicano culture an important part of the fabric of our Nation. In my district, Chicanos and Chicanas make up over 70 percent of the city of Santa Ana--the first major city to recognize August as Chicano Heritage Month last year. This year, I am proud that Anaheim will join the celebrations and commemorate Chicano Heritage all month long. Mexican Americans in the United States deserve recognition for their achievements and contributions to our country. In that spirit, I was honored to have introduced the Chicano/Chicana Heritage Month Resolution. This resolution would recognize August as Chicano/Chicana Heritage Month and acknowledge the role Chicanos and Chicanas have played in our Nation's biggest triumphs.

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the achievements of Senior Chief Aviation Electronics Technician Cuong ``Vince'' H. Phung. Mr. Phung was born in Saigon, Vietnam, then immigrated to the United States, eventually graduating from Garden Grove High School in June of 2000. He entered the Navy in September of that same year. In January 2001, he reported to his first command at the Naval Station in San Diego, California. For his first deployment, he was assigned to Air Department V-1 and V-3. From there, he was hand-picked to oversee three work centers, including ten Marines and three Sailors. He then was able to get his Master Training Specialist designation, as well as his associate degree, while working at CNATTU North Island, California. In June 2009, he reported to a new position in Mugu, California. There, he completed two deployments and advanced to First Class Petty Officer while also holding multiple other positions in the organization. He also found time to volunteer, where he was able to lead nine servicemembers and 60 workers in achieving closure for missing service members in Vietnam. Because of his selfless acts, he became recognized as Junior Sailor of the Quarter, Chief Petty Officer, and a handful of other notable distinctions. Later in his career, he reported to the Navy Recruiting District in San Diego, California, where he was able to return to his hometown of Garden Grove as an Enlisted Recruiter for a year. In his new role, he was able to enlist 30 individuals and 12 Officers. In November 2016, he reported to the ``Black Knights'' of Strike Fighter Squadron 154, serving multiple roles including assurance supervisor and maintenance controller. With this job, he directed 13 work centers, totaling 150 personnel. A few years later in 2020, he began a new role as Force Individual Augmentation and Exercise Manager. In total, he served a total of 23 years of honorable and dedicated service. Today, he is a highly decorated officer, with distinctions including the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal and 9 other awards. Outside of his career, Mr. Phung is also joined by his three children and two goddaughters. I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring and commemorating the outstanding career and accomplishments of Cuong ``Vince'' Phung.

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the life of Gerardo Mouet, a dedicated community leader, public servant, and father. Gerardo passed away on March 7, 2023, after battling cancer for over a decade. He devoted his life to serving Orange County and the people of Santa Ana, inspiring his community members to love nature as much as he did. Gerardo served as the executive director for Santa Ana's Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency for 14 years and the director of Long Beach's Parks, Recreation, and Marine Department until he retired to focus on his health. During his tenures, Gerardo oversaw large-scale restructuring efforts that saved both cities money and increased efficiency to better protect parks and wildlife. His wife Jenny and children, Andrew and Monica, will remember him as a husband and father who loved his family, loved his community, and loved nature. I thank Gerardo for his dedication to Orange County.

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Alex Velasquez, a member of the Greatest Generation, a man who captured the essence of the American Dream and touched the lives of so many people in his community. Alex was born during the Great Depression. He grew up in a single parent household and supported his mother and sisters at a very early age. He went from being a bellman, to an usher at a movie theater, to then enlisting in the Navy at the age of 18. After being honorably discharged in 1946, Alex continued his spirit of the American Dream in pursuing barbering. His barber shop that he opened in 1954 continues to hold its legacy today, holding much more meaning than just a simple hair cut to his clientele. His barber shop was the center of chisme in Santa Ana. Alex was a man of honor, service, and of inspiration to all young Americans with big dreams. He passed away on February 6, 2023. Alex was 97 years old. Mr. Speaker, please join me in celebrating the life of Alex Velasquez. May he forever rest in peace.

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the life of Harry Edman Sexton, a U.S. Marine Corp Colonel who graduated from my alma mater, Anaheim High School, in 1950. Born in Anaheim, Colonel Sexton passed away Feb. 15, 2023, after living 90 years of a full life that included a distinguished military career. He enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps 2 years after graduating from Anaheim High and served for 26 years. A Navy Cross awardee, our country's second-highest award for bravery, Colonel Sexton flew more than 400 combat missions during two tours of Vietnam. During his first tour, he commanded the only Marine F-8 Crusader Fighter Squadron to deploy from Navy Carrier USS Oriskany. On his second tour, he commanded a squadron of HMLA-367 ``Scarface'' Cobra Helicopters, providing air support, day or night, under all weather conditions, to Marine ground combat units. He received the Navy Cross for heroism during Operation Tailwind as he and his fellow ``Scarface'' Cobra Gunships engaged the enemy to provide cover for the extraction of a nearly overwhelmed force of U.S. Army Special Operators out of Laos. He was also awarded two Legion of Merits with Combat ``V'', a Distinguished Flying Cross, 44 Air Medals/Strike Flight Awards, and was inducted into the Golden Eagles for his distinguished career as an aviator. His wife of 65 years, Ann, son Harry Jr., and daughter Stacie will remember him as a husband and father who lived for others, giving freely of his time, skill, and love to all who were fortunate enough to have known him. He is also survived by 4 grandchildren; and a great grandson. I thank the Colonel for his service.

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, all gave some and some made the ultimate sacrifice. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to honor The American Legion volunteer Madelene Macias and her three brothers, Jack Lopez, Clyde Lopez, and Manuel Macias. All of Madelene's brothers served honorably and fought in some of our Nation's toughest battles. Private First Class Jack Lopez was a technician, Clyde Lopez served in World War II, and Staff Sergeant Manuel Macias served in the Vietnam war. Jack Lopez was tragically killed in action in Okinawa, and Madelene reached out to my office to make sure he was honored 77 years later. Mr. Lopez's ultimate sacrifice earned him our country's recognition with the Bronze Star and Purple Heart. Mr. Speaker, I thank Madelene for her commitment to our country and our community. I thank each of her brothers for their service and sacrifice for this great Nation.

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Chair, I claim the time in opposition, although I am not opposed.

Mr. CORREA. Mr. Chair, I also rise in strong support of the Bergman- Correa amendment. This amendment will push the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, the VA, to carry our large-scale studies into drugs like psilocybin, MDMA, and others which have been designated as breakthrough therapies by the Food and Drug Administration. Why? It is because we owe it to our veterans. Mr. Chair, what you have to do is listen to veterans' testimonies-- veterans who have the invisible scars from the wounds they brought back from the battlefield--and their challenges, psychological challenges. Psilocybin promises up to 80 percent success after one treatment of a veteran's challenge, and, today, as the law stands, these veterans have to go outside the country to get treatment. That is no way, Mr. Chair, to treat our veterans. Let's take care of business. Let's make sure the VA takes these tests and studies and brings back data so that we can create a program that takes care of our veterans. Veterans have fought for our freedom. It is time that we continue and step up to fulfill our moral obligation to take care of them, as well. Mr. Chair, I urge my colleagues to join us in voting ``yes'' on this amendment, and I yield back the balance of my time.

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 95th birthday of Lou Pecora, a beloved member of our Orange County community. Lou was born in Pennsylvania where his family business was making boots for coal miners. Many of his friends went to Wall Street, but Lou's passion was on Main Street where he found his love for education. Lou began as a professor at Fairleigh Dickinson University where he taught business to English majors, preparing young professionals with all the skills necessary to succeed in a changing world. It took getting stuck under a bridge during a snowstorm in Pennsylvania for Lou to decide to finally move to the West Coast. Naturally, he decided to move to our great city of Santa Ana, and he has been there ever since. Lou believes in living a good life. He believes in friends, good friends, and giving back. He and his partner, Joe, were together for 55 years, and they have been embraced by our community because of their charisma and charm. Mr. Speaker, I wish Lou a happy 95th birthday, and I wish him many more.

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to celebrate the service of Francisco Sandoval, a Fullerton educator honored as one of Orange County's Teachers of the Year. Francisco began teaching at the Orangethorpe Elementary School over 10 years ago, where his students have ranged from kindergarten through sixth grade. He teaches with the belief that each and every student has their own set of strengths and the ability to succeed. For Francisco, he is both an educator and caregiver for each and every one of his students. He begins every day by checking with his students on a one-to-one basis to ensure that they are doing well both in school and at home. Mr. Speaker, I thank Francisco for the job he's done for each and every one of our students and for our community as a whole. We congratulate Francisco on being named as one of Orange County's Teachers of the Year.