J. Correa

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I was necessarily absent and missed the following votes on the House Floor. Had I been present, I would have voted accordingly: NAY on Roll Call No. 166, Passage of S. 331; YEA on Roll Call No. 167, Motion to Recommit on H.R. 4; NAY on Roll Call No. 168, Passage of H.R. 4; AYE on Roll Call No. 169, Motion to Adjourn; YEA on Roll Call No. 170, Motion to Recommit on H.R. 2056; and NAY on Roll Call No. 171, Passage of H.R. 2056.

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I was necessarily absent and missed the following votes on the House Floor. Had I been present, I would have voted accordingly: NO on Roll Call No. 164, Motion on Ordering the Previous Question on H. Res. 499; and NO on Roll Call No. 165, H. Res. 499.

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to honor Diana Barrios, a homegrown, passionate leader. Diana graduated from Oxford Academy at the young age of 16 after finishing her sophomore year. She then earned a bachelor's degree in political science and sociology from UCLA with high honors and completed a master's degree from Johns Hopkins University. Diana's commitment to public service continues to be unwavering, and I was honored to name her as one of my 2025 Women of the Year. Honoring Denise Osorio

Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to honor Coach Denise Osorio, a youth mentor, mother, and community leader who calls the city of Anaheim home. Denise is the head coach of the Anaheim High School boys' and girls' water polo teams. Denise took on the challenge to rebuild Anaheim High School's aquatic program after 20 years with no swimming pool and no swimming program. Under her leadership, the girls' water polo team captured the first- ever CIF division title in women's sports in the school's history. Beyond that, Denise is a devoted mother of three, Nicholas, Rosemarie, and Emma. I am honored to name her one of my 2025 Women of the Year. Honoring Beverly McNeff

Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to honor Beverly McNeff, the co-founder of KidSingers, an after-school youth chorus program for kids in Santa Ana. Beverly is known as ``Mrs. Cool''. Why? Because she teaches kids that it is cool to sing together in harmony. Beverly is a former actress, broadcaster, and talent agent in Hollywood. She is married to KidSingers' founder and director, Paul McNeff, and they live in Anaheim with their son, Jeffrey. I was honored to name her as one of my 2025 Women of the Year. I know Beverly will keep up the good work. Honoring Ana A. Gonzalez

Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to honor a mother and community leader who calls California's 46th District her home. She serves as district director to Senator Tom Umberg where she advocates for 1 million constituents, making sure that their voices are heard in Sacramento. Ana received her bachelor's degree in legal studies from Chapman University and is a graduate of HOPE. Ana is also the mother of Victoria and Cyrus. I was honored to honor her by naming her as one of my 2025 Women of the Year. Honoring Alicia Garcia

Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Alicia Garcia, a mother and community leader who embodies the American Dream. Alicia was born in 1961 in Durango, Mexico, and made the brave decision to immigrate to the United States in search of the American Dream. In the early 1990s, Alicia earned her certification as a certified nurse assistant. Today, 30 years later, Alicia continues to serve her community at French Park Care Center, where her impact is felt by her patients, her colleagues, and the families she touches and supports on an everyday basis. I was honored to name her as one of my 2025 Women of the Year.

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, first of all, let me begin by thanking the chair and the ranking member for their interest in good, managed, efficient SBA offices. They are Federal taxpayer dollars being invested to make sure that we continue to create jobs in our great country. That being in mind, I would ask everybody to think about return on investment to taxpayers. Orange County, California, my home, today is probably the 30th largest economy in the world. It is home to Disneyland and the Anaheim Angels, and is probably the 30th largest economy in the world. California, which always gets beat up here in this body, just became the fourth largest economy in the world. Let me say: We are the fourth largest economy in the world. Guess what? As California taxpayers, we pay the Federal Government $100 billion more in Federal tax dollars than we get back from the Federal Government. I would say, as an economy, we are doing pretty good. We need the workers. We need workers. California has the biggest agricultural sector in the United States. We feed ourselves and other States in the Union and other nations, and 70 percent of our workforce is--guess what?--undocumented. We are waiting for this body to pass immigration reform so good, hardworking individuals can be legalized. We have the biggest manufacturing sector in the United States. It is not Pittsburgh or Michigan. California, southern Cal, is the biggest manufacturing sector in the United States. Guess who most of those workers are? Undocumented. They also pay Federal taxes. Let's evaluate the SBA not on rhetoric but on how many jobs an SBA office creates. What is that return on investment? I am not sure why we are doing this today. We all know that there are millions and millions of undocumented workers in this country. Absolutely, we don't want criminals, hardened criminals, in our district. I don't want them as my neighbors. If they are hardworking, honest individuals, taxpayers, what is wrong with giving them the opportunity to be American, to pursue that American Dream, and to be legalized? That is what America is all about. I ask my colleagues to strongly consider their ``yes'' vote and please vote ``no.'' We are talking about Federal dollars, taxpayer dollars.

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the achievements of wrestling coach Scott Glabb, the saint in the city. Scott took the Santa Ana High School coaching job in 1990 because nobody else would apply for the job. Mr. Speaker, 30 years later, he has produced national high school wrestling champs, State champs, CIF wrestling champs, both boys and girls. Mr. Speaker, it is often said that, when a person tastes success, it changes their lives forever. Coach Glabb has helped thousands of students discover their inner youth and their strength, and helped them to overcome tremendous adversity. It is this kind of leadership that earned Scott the title ``Coach of the Year'' and a place in the California Coaches Hall of Fame. Only Coach Glabb could see that all that these kids needed was a break and somebody who cared for them. I thank Scott for the positive role model that he has presented to our kids. We love him and wish him success in his retirement.

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Maria Macias Sanchez. Maria was born in Agua Prieta, Mexico. She then came to the United States in pursuit of the American Dream. She married Ignacio and settled down in my hometown of Anaheim to raise a family of seven children, including our own colleagues, Congresswomen Linda Sanchez and Loretta Sanchez. Today, she remains the only mother in the country to have two daughters serve in Congress. Maria was a teacher who believed that education was the key to the middle class, and she was a role model for our community. In 2008, my alma mater, Cal State Fullerton, designated her as an outstanding alumna. Maria was a trailblazer for us. Her contributions to our community were tremendous. She will always be in our heart. I thank Maria. We will never forget her.

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, let me first rise to welcome today our own Anaheim Police Department officers seated in the gallery. Thank you, gentlemen, for protecting our community. Thank you for being here. Thank you for taking an interest in congressional affairs. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Lorin Griset Academy in Santa Ana for being recognized as a Model Continuation High School by the California Department of Education. Griset Academy helps prepare students to fulfill their potential both in class, as well as in future careers. Join me in congratulating the dedicated staff and educators at Lorin Griset Academy for a great job in preparing Orange County's next generation of leaders. Honoring Santa Ana Police Chief Robert Rodriguez

Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate Police Week by honoring my very good friend, Santa Ana Police Chief Robert Rodriguez. Chief Rodriguez was brought to the United States when he was 4 years old as an undocumented immigrant. He got his opportunity at the American Dream thanks to former California Governor and Republican President Ronald Reagan. He then served our country in the marines for 6 years through two wars. Today, Chief Rodriguez is our Santa Ana chief of police. He fulfilled a lifelong dream of being an American and serving his great country. He inspires our community. I thank him for his hard work. God bless him and God bless Santa Ana. Recognizing Goodwill Industries

Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Goodwill Industries of Orange County for 100 years of service to our community. Reverend John Winterbourne founded Goodwill Industries in Orange County, California, in 1924. His own home became the first clothing repair shop that expanded to include an as-is lot that essentially created Goodwill Industries throughout the country. Please join me in thanking Goodwill Industries for 100 years of service and dedication to our community and to our Nation. Congratulating Students of Magnolia Science Academy

Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the students of Magnolia Science Academy in my district, who have achieved a tremendous milestone, qualifying for the VEX Robotics World Championship. These students have shown that dedication and hard work does pay off. They have earned the opportunity to compete on the international stage. Join me in celebrating these remarkable young students as they prepare for the world championship in robotics. Recognizing Bharat Patel

Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize my very good friend, Mr. Bharat Patel, for his incredible career and contributions to our community. In 1976, the Patel family purchased the original Peter Pan Motor Lodge in Anaheim, right across from Disneyland. Almost 50 years later, Mr. Patel's leadership has transformed this small hotel into the Castle Inn and Suites in Anaheim. Mr. Patel is a business leader and philanthropist. He sits on the board of the California Lodging Industry Association, Visit Anaheim, and several colleges. Bottom line, he is a Cal State Fullerton alumnus, a Titan, and I am proud of the positive changes Mr. Patel has brought to our community. Recently, he was honored by Cypress College's Americana Awards as Citizen of the Year in Orange County. I thank Mr. Patel for his great work. He inspires and honors us.

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with a heavy heart to recognize five young students who were taken too soon from the Santa Ana community. A few weeks ago, five students from the Santa Ana Unified School District were victims of a devastating car crash: Aurelia Robles, Natalia Vidal Zarate, Jacqueline Torres Zarate, Cynthia Torres Zarate, and Emanuel Gonzalez Martinez. This tragic loss has broken the hearts of our community. Mr. Speaker, our prayers are with the families of these students. May the souls of Arely, Jacqueline, Natalia, Cynthia, and Manny rest in peace. Our community will never forget them. We miss them dearly. We thank them for the time they spent with us.

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the career and service of Makiko Shirai, a Japanese foreign service worker who worked to strengthen the relationship between the United States and Japan. On May 20, Makiko will be presented with Japan's Order of the Sacred Treasure, Gold and Silver Rays, for 35 years of supporting the U.S.- Japanese relationship. Throughout her career, Makiko served more than 90,000 Japanese nationals in the Los Angeles area, and she played a large role in the Consulate's emergency response to the 1994 Northridge earthquake and again during the attacks of 9/11 on our country. I thank my good friend and neighbor, Makiko. I thank her for being a role model and showing us all what the power of relationships between countries can do. Congratulations to Makiko on a well-deserved honor. Recognizing Sophie Garcia

Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Sophie Garcia, a sophomore at Orange Lutheran High School in my district, who is making school history as the first female wrestler to win a CIF Southern Sectional individual wrestling championship. Sophie's championship run included winning five matches in the 2-day tournament, showcasing her exceptional skill, determination, and competitive spirit. Sophie trained very hard but studied even harder. She maintained a 4.2 GPA, earning recognition as a student-athlete scholar. I am very proud of Sophie. I know she is going to do even better and will keep up the good work.

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with a heavy heart to recognize five young students who were taken too soon from the city of Santa Ana. Recently, five students from Santa Ana Unified School District were victims of a brutal car cash: Aurelia Robles, Cynthia Torres Zarate, Natalia Vidal Zarate, Jaqueline Torres Zarate, and Emanuel

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to remember the life and legacy of my very good friend, Ed Arnold. He was born in Texarkana, Arkansas, in 1939. He was a homeless teenager. He joined the Marines. As a marine, he was stationed in California where he got a taste of sunshine and decided to stay in the Golden State. He played football for Santa Ana College. He played for the Dons' 1961 Eastern Conference championship team. At Santa Ana College is where he met the love of his life, Dixie. Dixie and Ed Arnold were voted Santa Ana College prom king and queen. Ed never forgot where he got his start, Santa Ana College. Santa Ana College gave him his education. Santa Ana College introduced him to the love of his life, Dixie. Ed Arnold today is and was Santa Ana College. My very good friend Ed Arnold, we will miss him, we love him, and we will never forget him and his contributions to our community.

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Black April, a day to lament and reflect on the fall of Saigon. It has been over 49 years since we fought shoulder to shoulder with our Vietnamese allies. After the fall, refugees were forced to flee their homes with whatever they could carry. It is important to recognize the resiliency of the Vietnamese people. I grew up with Vietnamese Americans who came to this country for a better life. Today, my home, Orange County, is home to the largest Vietnamese population outside of Vietnam. I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring the sacrifice of those who fought for freedom, democracy, and opportunity.

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, this past week, I had the honor to visit a number of senior centers in my district. I saw seniors having a meal at lunchtime paid for by SNAP, seniors that have relied on Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, and SNAP, seniors that have worked all their lives to build America, and all they want to do is have a peaceful retirement. I rise today because my colleagues across the aisle are looking to cut Medicaid and SNAP, programs that hundreds of millions of Americans rely on to keep food on their table and their families healthy. My colleagues are targeting almost $900 billion in cuts to Medicaid, threatening to take away healthcare for some 80 million Americans who rely on this program. That would strip away healthcare from millions, including children, seniors, people with disabilities, and veterans. They are targeting SNAP, a vital food assistance program that provides food to 40 million people: seniors, children, and veterans. I urge my colleagues to defeat the previous question so that we can bring up H.R. 2753, the Hands Off Medicaid and SNAP Act, to stop our colleagues from taking away healthcare from Americans and making a big mistake.

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Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Jessie Echaury for his military service and contributions to our community. In 2016, Jessie served our Nation as a U.S. Army soldier in Afghanistan. A decade later, he now serves other veterans as president of Cal State Fullerton's Student Veterans of America chapter. In this role, he advocates for veteran students struggling with invisible wounds like PTSD. I thank Jessie for his service to our Nation and for his commitment to fellow students who are veterans. Recognizing Charlie Zhang

Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Charlie Zhang for his philanthropy and his induction into the Orange County Hall of Fame. Charlie comes from humble beginnings. He came to this country penniless and unable to speak English but with a dream. With hard work, he started a number of businesses, and he achieved the American Dream. Now, Charlie is known throughout Orange County for supporting education and the arts. Some of his most important contributions have helped business and economics students at my own alma mater, Cal State Fullerton. I thank Charlie for being a role model and helping to uplift Orange County's next generation. I congratulate him on a well-deserved induction into Orange County's Hall of Fame. Honoring Serrato Sisters

Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate sisters Alicia, Anabelle, and Angelica Serratos for their accomplishments as part of the Santa Ana High School girls' wrestling team. Alicia, Anabelle, and Angelica took home an impressive combined record of 104 wins and 12 losses into their recent CIF Southern Section girls' championship meets. Their parents, Fernando and Monica, are both former wrestlers and currently coach at Santa Ana High School. Their guidance has helped their daughters, the sisters, and many other champs at Santa Ana High School. I wish Alicia, Anabelle, and Angelica success in their wrestling careers, and I thank the Serratos family for showing Orange County how it is done. Go Saints. Recognizing Senior Santa & Friends