Floor Statements

Madam President, I recognize Erin Fuchs, a summer 2024 intern with my Orlando office, for the good work she did for my office and the people of Florida.

Erin is currently a student at the University of Central Florida, pursuing a major in political science with a minor degree in leadership studies. She is a dedicated and diligent worker who was devoted to getting the most out of her internship experience.

I extend my deepest gratitude to Erin, and I look forward to hearing of her good work in the years to come.

Madam President, I recognize Jasmine Herring, a summer 2024 intern with my Orlando office, for the good work she did for my office and the people of Florida.

Jasmine is currently a student at the University of Central Florida, where she is majoring in political science. She is a dedicated and diligent worker who was devoted to getting the most out of her internship experience.

I extend my deepest gratitude to Jasmine, and I look forward to hearing of her good work in the years to come.

Madam President, I recognize Kayla Mantilla, a summer 2024 intern with my Orlando office, for the good work she did for my office and the people of Florida.

Kayla is currently a student at Timber Creek High School. She is a dedicated and diligent worker who was devoted to getting the most out of her internship experience.

I extend my deepest gratitude to Kayla, and I look forward to hearing of her good work in the years to come.

Madam President, I recognize Isabel Marangoni, a summer 2024 intern with my Orlando office, for the good work she did for my office and the people of Florida.

Isabel is currently a student at Lake Highland Preparatory School. She is a dedicated and diligent worker who was devoted to getting the most out of her internship experience.

I extend my deepest gratitude to Isabel, and I look forward to hearing of her good work in the years to come.

Madam President, I recognize Kellen Mathews, a summer 2024 intern with my Orlando office, for the good work he did for my office and the people of Florida.

Kellen is currently a student at Rollins College, pursuing a major in biochemistry as well as a minor degree in English. He is a dedicated and diligent worker who was devoted to getting the most out of his internship experience.

I extend my deepest gratitude to Kellen, and I look forward to hearing of his good work in the years to come.

Madam President, I recognize Arianna Nesha Mursalin, a summer 2024 intern with my Orlando office, for the good work she did for my office and the people of Florida.

Arianna is currently a student at American University, pursuing a major in justice, law, and criminology. She is a dedicated and diligent worker who was devoted to getting the most out of her internship experience.

I extend my deepest gratitude to Arianna, and I look forward to hearing of her good work in the years to come.

Madam President, I recognize Stacey Wahinya Mwangi, a summer 2024 intern with my Orlando office, for the good work she did for my office and the people of Florida.

Stacey is currently a student at the University of Central Florida, pursuing a major in political science with two minor degrees in health services administration and legal studies. She is a dedicated and diligent worker who was devoted to getting the most out of her internship experience.

I extend my deepest gratitude to Stacey, and I look forward to hearing of her good work in the years to come.

Madam President, I recognize Tomas Ignacio Useche- Cancro, a summer 2024 intern with my Orlando office, for the good work he did for my office and the people of Florida.

Tomas is currently a student at St. Olaf College, pursuing a major in political science with a minor degree in international relations. He is a dedicated and diligent worker who was devoted to getting the most out of his internship experience.

I extend my deepest gratitude to Tomas, and I look forward to hearing of his good work in the years to come.

Madam President, I recognize Lake Mary Little League, the winners of the 2024 Little League World Series held in South Williamsport, PA, on August 25, 2024.

The Lake Mary Little League baseball team, led by Coach Jonathan Anderson, reached the Little League World Series with a perfect 13-0 record and finished their season with an overall record of 20-1. The team achieved victory in the southeast regional tournament, winning all four games with a combined score of 35-8 and qualifying for the worldwide baseball tournament.

To make it to the 2024 Little League World Series, Lake Mary defeated the Little League team from Goodlettsville, TN, in the regional championship game by a score of 11-0. During the tournament, Lake Mary also emerged victorious against teams from South Dakota, Washington, New York, Hawaii, Nevada, and Texas.

In the championship game against Taoyuan City, Taipei, Lake Mary managed to tie the game in the sixth inning after trailing 1-0, leading the game into extra innings for the third time in championship history. After a scoreless seventh inning, the eighth inning began with a runner at second base. Taipei failed to score in the top of the eighth inning.

On the first pitch of the bottom of the eighth inning, Hunter Alexander executed a bunt to the right. Taipei's pitcher grabbed the ball but his throw to first base flew into right field after no one was at the bag, allowing the runner from second base to make it to home plate and win the game for Lake Mary. This was a thrilling victory for the Lake Mary team and for all Floridians.

I extend my heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to Coach Jonathan Anderson, Chase Anderson, Christopher Chikodroff, Lathan Norton, Hunter Alexander, JJ Feliciano, Jacob Bibaud, Liam Morrisey, Luis Calo, Landon Bono, Garrett Rohozen, DeMarcos Mieses, and Teraj Alexander. I look forward to hearing of their continued success in the years to come.

Mr. President, as a result of multiple flight delays and cancellations due to the severe storm sweeping across Florida, I will miss today's votes.

Mr. President, I recognize T'Mari Tai Bowe, a spring 2024 intern with my Orlando office, for the hard work he has done for my office and the people of Florida.

T'Mari is currently completing his secondary school studies at Eau Gallie High School. He is a dedicated and diligent worker who was devoted to getting the most out of his internship experience.

I extend my deepest gratitude to T'Mari, and I look forward to hearing of his successes in the years to come.

Mr. President, I recognize Chloe Rebecca Brand, a spring 2024 intern with my Orlando office, for the hard work she has done for my office and the people of Florida.

Chloe recently graduated from Florida Atlantic University with a degree in political science. She is a dedicated and diligent worker who was devoted to getting the most out of her internship experience.

I extend my deepest gratitude to Chloe, and I look forward to hearing of her successes in the years to come.

Mr. President, I recognize Samuel Joseph Collins, a spring 2024 intern with my Orlando office, for the hard work he has done for my office and the people of Florida.

Samuel is currently studying at the University of Central Florida, where he is pursuing an degree in both political science and communication and conflict. He is a dedicated and diligent worker who was devoted to getting the most out of his internship experience.

I extend my deepest gratitude to Samuel, and I look forward to hearing of his successes in the years to come.

Mr. President, I recognize Lurys Juliana Dominguez, a fall 2023 and spring 2024 intern with my Orlando office, for the hard work she has done for my office and the people of Florida.

Lurys graduated from the University of Central Florida with a degree in political science and a minor in legal studies. She is a dedicated and diligent worker who was devoted to getting the most out of her internship experience.

I extend my deepest gratitude to Lurys, and I look forward to hearing of her successes in the years to come.

Mr. President, I recognize Moses Jinu, a spring 2024 intern with my Orlando office, for the hard work he has done for my office and the people of Florida.

Moses is currently completing his secondary school studies at Harmony High School. He is a dedicated and diligent worker who was devoted to getting the most out of his internship experience.

I extend my deepest gratitude to Moses, and I look forward to hearing of his successes in the years to come.