Floor Statements

Mr. Speaker, under the economic policies of Donald Trump and Republicans, America is now in decline. For the first time in 3 years, we have negative GDP growth. That means our economy actually shrank this year.

It takes a special kind of stupid to take 12 consecutive quarters of positive economic growth and make it go negative. We also know inflation has increased, and Trump Republicans want to make it worse. They want to pass the big, ugly bill that is going to cut off healthcare for over 16 million Americans, all in service of massive tax breaks to billionaires.

Tell them to take their heads out of the sand and stop harming the American people. Trump and Republicans should be working for the American people, not for billionaires.

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to offer sincere condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Morton (Mort) Rosenberg, who passed away last month.

Mort stands out as one of our strongest and most astute advocates for congressional prerogatives under the Constitution. It is no understatement that every Member of this body--on both sides of the aisle--owes a debt of gratitude to Mort for his tireless and nonpartisan work over his many decades of service, both for the Congressional Research Service (CRS) and after his retirement. I am personally indebted to Mort for his seminal scholarship on Congress's power of inherent contempt, which informed my legislative work on the subject, as reflected in H. Res. 136, which I introduced in the 118th Congress to amend House Rules with respect to the enforcement of committee subpoenas to executive branch officials.

Mort was born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1935, graduated from New York University and Harvard Law School, and completed his Ph.D. at Johns Hopkins University. From 1972 to 2008, Mort worked at CRS as a Specialist in American Public Law in the American Law Division. During his career at CRS, he was detailed as legal counsel to a special investigative committee and served as a legal advisor to the House General Counsel. Following retirement, Mort worked with the Constitution Project, Good Government Now, the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board, and the law firm of Barnett Sivon & Natter. Mort's areas of expertise included constitutional law, administrative law, congressional practice and procedure, and labor law. Some of his most important work focused on the scope of congressional oversight and investigative prerogatives, and the validity of claims of executive and common-law privileges.

During and following his career at CRS, Mort authored and contributed to dozens of significant memoranda, reports, academic articles, testimony, papers, and advocacy pieces. In addition, Mort contributed to federal court litigation, assisting with Supreme Court oral argument preparation in Free Enterprise Fund v. PCAOB (2010), and authoring an amicus brief in NLRB v. SW General (2017), which was cited five times in the majority opinion. He also submitted amicus briefs in congressional oversight cases, including McGahn v. House Judiciary Committee (2020). In 2005, Mort received the 2004-2005 Mary C. Lawton Award for Outstanding Public Service from the American Bar Association's Section of Administrative Law and Regulatory Practice.

In my view, Mort's most important legacy stems from his groundbreaking work on Congress's inherent contempt authority and his proposals for revitalizing its enforcement power as follows:

Congress's Contempt Power: Law, History, Practice, and

Procedure (CRS Report RL34097, co-authored with Todd B.

Tatelman, 2007)

Testimony before the House Committee on Oversight and

Government Reform on the Department of Justice's obligation

to respond to congressional subpoenas (2011)

Testimony before the House Energy and Commerce Committee on

the challenges Congress faces when the executive branch

refuses to recognize contempt citations (2016)

Reasserting Congress's Investigative Authority (R Street

Policy Study No. 103, R Street Institute, July 2017)

Summary of Proposed Inherent Contempt Rule (Good Government

Now, co-authored with William J. Murphy, July 2018)

Why Congress Can Impose Fines for Contempt (Good Government

Now, co-authored with William J. Murphy, August 5, 2018)

Understanding and Confronting the Current Executive

Challenges to Effective Congressional Investigative Oversight

(Good Government Now, July 4, 2018)

Can a Revised Inherent Contempt Procedure Strengthen

Enforcement of House Subpoenas to the Executive Branch? (Good

Government Now, Statement for Panel Discussion, October 19,

2018)

The Road to Effective Enforcement of House Committee

Subpoenas (``Point of Order,'' April 27, 2019)

Proposed Inherent Contempt Procedure Rule for the House

(Good Government Now, 2019)

Above and beyond his impressive body of legal scholarship, Mort was a generous mentor, teacher, and advisor to CRS and congressional staff. In the words of his former CRS colleague (and current Deputy General Counsel of the House Office of General Counsel), Todd Tatelman: Mort was everything you could want in a mentor and teacher. He was a master storyteller, with a steel-trap memory. He would regale anyone who would listen with endless tales of congressional history, recalling meetings, hearings, briefings, and memoranda he wrote on incredibly esoteric subjects with such detail that you had to listen to.

Mort leaves behind an unmatched legacy of family, friends, and colleagues. While Members of Congress may no longer be able to call upon him to testify, write a report, or file an amicus brief on our behalf, we will continue to benefit from his scholarship and wisdom for generations to come.

Mr. Speaker, I rise to congratulate the work and dedication of Carol Hamilton, who is retiring on May 1, 2025, from her role as Group President for Acquisitions, Business Development, and West Coast Headquarters at L'Oreal. Carol has been a business leader and a champion of philanthropic causes for decades.

Carol started her career at L'Oreal in 1984, joining the Consumer Products Division as Marketing Director for L'Oreal Paris in the United States. She continued to foster her passion and built the L'Oreal flagship brand from a small indie brand in the 80's into the No. 1 global beauty brand worldwide, behind the iconic phrase ``Because I'm Worth It.''

In 2008, Carol transitioned from mass to the world of luxury beauty, taking the helm as U.S. President of L'Oreal Luxe. During her tenure, Lancome became the No. 1 luxury beauty brand in the U.S., surpassing the established market leader.

Alongside her acquisition role, in 2020, Carol was charged with a new responsibility: the creation of and leadership over L'Oreal USA's new corporate office in El Segundo, California, which brought L'Oreal's west coast brands under one roof for the first time.

Beyond her professional achievements, Carol has been a tireless champion for women's empowerment and philanthropic causes. In 2009, she spearheaded the Armani Acqua for Life program with UNICEF and subsequently joined both the National Board and New York Regional Board. In 2013, Carol created the Women in Power course in gender equality for L'Oreal executives with the Harvard Women's Leadership Board.

With retirement, Carol will have the time to continue doing what she loves: travel around the world with her husband Rodney, gardening, and spend time with her cats, Rosie and Elvis.

Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the life and legacy of my friend, Alan M. Schwartz who passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones. Alan was a business and civic leader in the South Bay region of Los Angeles County.

Alan Schwartz was born in Torrance, California on June 20, 1947, to Ella (Levy) Schwartz. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree at the University of California, Santa Barbara, and went on to obtain his Juris Doctorate from the University of West Los Angeles School of Law, and a Certificate of Merit in International Jurisprudence from McGeorge School of Law.

Alan had illustrious careers in both business and the entertainment industry. He was the head of Asset Management Solutions, a firm built upon the legacy of his grandfather, philanthropist Sam Levy. His career in entertainment boasts 25 long years, wherein he brushed shoulders with the likes of Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Bernadette Peters, and Cher.

Alan also upheld an unwavering dedication to civic affairs and education. He served four years as President of Royce Center Circle at the University of California, Los Angeles, and was a member of the Advisory Board of the School of Arts and Architecture. With a strong proclivity for the arts, Alan served as a Trustee of the California Summer School of the Arts, a position appointed by the Governor of California.

Long active in the Jewish community, Alan served on the Board of Governors of Tel Aviv University and was a member of the International Board of Trustees of the Moshe Dayan Institute of Middle Eastern and African Studies. Since running for a Congressional seat in 1998, Alan stayed involved in state, national, and international politics.

Alan kept to his Torrance roots through his commitments to the South Bay community. Alan served as President of the South Bay Association of Chambers of Commerce and was honored as Torrance Chamber 60th Anniversary Businessman of the Year. He served as a Trustee of Providence Little Company of Mary Hospital, a member of the Harbor-UCLA Community Advisory Board of the Los Angeles Biomedical Research Institute, and in many other roles supporting underserved communities in Los Angeles County.

Amongst Alan's many achievements, his proudest was his son, Adam Schwartz. Alan and Adam shared a great love for travel that led to many worldly adventures, such as savoring a dinner in the Eiffel Tower and kayaking the Amazon River. Alan is survived by Adam, his daughter-in- law, Isabel Schwartz, as well as his beloved Australian Shepard, Lady. Adam and Isabel wish their future children had the chance to meet their Papa Alan, but they will have many stories to share about him. May his memory be a blessing to all that knew him.

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Janet Baszile, who passed away peacefully in December of 2024. Born on January 18, 1939, in Royal Oak Township, Michigan to Willa Mae and Mamon Dean, she was the fourth of five daughters. Janet also sharpened her natural love of adventure and nature when she followed in her sisters' footsteps and attended Green Pastures Camp, the only camp in Michigan for Black children.

Ms. Baszile attended Eastern Michigan University, where she pledged Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. She earned a B.A. in Education in 1961 and in 1962, she married Barry Baszile and moved to Los Angeles She began her eighteen-year career in the Los Angeles Unified School District by teaching kindergarten and third grade at Woodcrest Elementary School. She taught until 1980, when she retired to become a full-time mother.

Ms Baszile lived on the Palos Verdes Peninsula for more than 53 years, where she loved the natural beauty and gorgeous views. She was a dedicated community volunteer who drew strength from service. She served on the boards of Community Association of the Peninsula, Torrance Cultural Art Center Foundation, Providence Trinity Care Hospice, Palos Verdes Art Center, and the Los Angeles International Visitors Council. Janet was a Founding Member of the Affimty support group for the Volunteer Center, in South Bay-Harbor-Long Beach, where she was honored as a Legend of the South Bay. When she wasn't volunteering, Janet enjoyed gardening, golf and travel. She was a world traveler, most recently having traveled to Ghana.

Janet is survived by her two daughters, Natalie and Jennifer, her sons-in-law, Warrington and Malacai, and her three grandchildren, Hyacinth, Chloe, and Caleb. She is also survived by her sisters, Marion, Gloria, and Carol, her brother-in-law, Charles Baszile, and many loving nieces, nephews and cousins.

Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the life and legacy of my friend, Carolyn Jean Snyder. She passed away peacefully on Friday, December 6, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Carolyn was a community leader and realtor in the community of Torrance.

Carolyn Snyder was born in South Charleston, West Virginia on September 9, 1937, to her parents Boyd and Josephine O'Dell. In 1956, Carolyn moved along with her parents to Torrance, California.

In Torrance, Carolyn was a dedicated community leader and a successful realtor with over 25 years of experience. In her free time, Carolyn served the community of Torrance in numerous ways. As a Commissioner on Aging, she served the residents of the city and advocated for the needs of aging people. Carolyn was active in the Parent Teachers Association as well as the Pacific Coast Little League and the American Youth Soccer Organization. She supported the Torrance Education Foundation and the local Relay for Life. For over 40 years, Carolyn volunteered for the Torrance Memorial Hospital, assisting this important institution with its annual Holiday Festival, an important event for our community.

Beyond Carolyn's numerous contributions to the South Bay, she also loved being with her family and friends. She traveled a great deal and loved camping and sewing. It was an honor for my wife Betty and I to have known Carolyn.

Carolyn is survived by her children, James Franklin Campbell, Troy Campbell, Todd Snyder, and Tori Parker, eight grandchildren, five great grandchildren and siblings, nephews, nieces and cousins. Carolyn left an indelible mark on the community of Torrance and will be deeply missed.

Mr. Speaker, less than 4 weeks ago, Congress passed the American Relief Act, which provided disaster aid to States such as Florida, South Carolina, and Oklahoma. Did Democrats demand conditions on this aid because it went to red States? No, because we are all Americans. We are all God's children.

Congress has never put conditions on disaster aid because when Mother Nature strikes, she doesn't ask for your party affiliation before she hurts you. The people who were hurt in the fires in southern California were parents, children, and grandchildren who lost their homes or lost their loved ones.

I am asking Republican Members of Congress to please stop using the pain and suffering of disaster victims for

their own political purposes. It is not American. It is not Christian. It is not moral.

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate Stephen Peck, a Marine .Corps Veteran and non-profit leader who has dedicated his career to serving his fellow veterans. After 28 years of service, 14 years in which he led the organization, Stephen is retiring as Chief Executive Officer of U.S. VETS, an organization dedicated to preventing and ending veteran homelessness nationwide. Stephen leaves a lasting legacy as a veteran leader who has devoted his efforts to empower veterans and families through housing, comprehensive services and advocacy.

Born in 1946 to Greta Kukkonen and actor Gregory Peck in Los Angeles, Stephen grew up in Southern California and went on to graduate from Northwestern University. After graduation, he was drafted into the United States Marine Corps, serving as a First Lieutenant in the 1st Marine Division and forward observer outside Danang during the Vietnam War.

After completing his service in Vietnam, Stephen returned home, attended the graduate film school at the University of Southern California and worked on a number of television shows and became a documentary filmmaker. After making Heart of the Warrior, a documentary about Vietnam War and Soviet-Afghanistan War veterans returning to the countries they fought in and Far From Home, a documentary about homeless veterans in Venice, California, Stephen returned to USC and earned a master's degree in social work.

While completing his degree, Stephen began working as a social worker at the West Los Angeles Veterans Affairs Medical Center, assisting his fellow veterans, Stephen found his true passion in this work and in 1996, he joined the United States Veterans Initiative, a non-profit that provides homeless veterans with temporary housing, counseling and wraparound services. In 2010, Stephen was named CEO of U.S. VETS, expanding the organization's work in several states. During his leadership, the organization has grown tremendously, and offers services to veterans across Southern California, Hawaii, Arizona, Nevada, Texas and Washington, D.C.

After the West Los Angeles Leasing Act was signed into law, giving the Department of Veterans Affairs the authority to develop supportive housing and services for homeless veterans, U.S. VETS was selected by the VA as part of the principal developer team for the site. Dedicated to ending veteran homelessness in Southern California, this project co- led by U.S. VETS is building new supportive housing for veterans, social work and community space and at its full build out will house a minimum of 1,200 units of supportive housing and a community dedicated to veterans in Los Angeles County. In 2023, the Congressional Medal of Honor Society awarded U.S. VETS with its Community Service Award for demonstrating the values epitomized by the Medal of Honor.

Stephen's decades of service to our veterans returning from combat, are commendable and his work to help house and support them has reverberated in Southern California and beyond. I am confident that his work will continue to benefit veterans throughout our Nation and will inspire others to continue the fight to finally end veteran homelessness in our country.

Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that I may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H.R. 7840, a bill originally introduced by Representative Jackson Lee of Texas, for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII.

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to solemnly honor two gallant Veterans, Lieutenant Wesley W. Williams and Private Joseph Pesin. Lt. Williams and Pvt. Pesin are to be recognized for their acts of gallantry during World War II at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Veterans Day ceremony on November 13, 2024.

On the day after the December 7, 1941, Pearl Harbor attack, 56 members of the UCLA Chapter of Theta Chi Fraternity met and voted unanimously to enlist in the United States Armed Forces. Among those 56 men who enlisted, seven men including Lt. Williams, never returned home. Lt. Williams was listed as Missing In Action.

On April 5, 1945, a French Prisoner of War (POW), Pvt. Joseph Pesin wrote to the International Red Cross about a highly decorated, badly wounded American soldier who died in captivity in a German Prison Camp--Stalag IX. Pvt. Pesin described how this American soldier spoke about his college sweetheart, Patricia Lampton, a member of the UCLA Chapter of Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority, and the unborn child the couple were expecting. Pvt. Pesin stated that Lt. Williams' remains were buried in an unmarked grave outside the prison camp.

Before Lt. Williams lost his life, he exhibited bravery and fearless leadership during combat. While his platoon was under attack, Lt. Williams left his covered position to aid in the evacuation of the wounded and directed the withdrawal of his platoon. The soldiers that Lt. Williams saved in his platoon later liberated Dora-Nordhausen Concentration Camp.

At the UCLA Veterans Day ceremony, Lt. Williams' daughter, Diana Joyce (Williams) Klopfenstein, will receive the Flag of our grateful Country and her father's missing declassified Silver Star Commendation for Valor in Combat. Appearing with Diana is the only child of Pvt. Pesin, Madame Therese Mauclaire. Pvt. Pesin's compassionate act brought comfort to the lives of 21 families of Allied soldiers buried in unmarked graves outside the prison camp.

I respectfully ask my colleagues to join me in remembering these two brave men, Lt. Wesley W. Williams and French Private Joseph Pesin, for their heroic actions during World War II.

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate September 19, 2024, as the inaugural National App Challenge Day. This day honors the innovation, creativity, and technical skills of our nation's youth, who are the driving force behind our future's technological advancements.

The National App Challenge Day was established to encourage young students from across the United States to develop their coding skills, explore their creativity, and apply their problem-solving abilities to real-world issues. This initiative aligns with our nation's broader goal of promoting K-12 STEM education and preparing our students to be competitive in the global economy.

Since its inception, the Congressional App Challenge has inspired over 58,000 students, across all 50 states and territories to engage in computer science and technology. By participating in this challenge, students gain invaluable experience in teamwork, critical thinking, and innovation. The apps developed by these young coders address a wide range of issues, from improving educational resources to creating solutions for community challenges. National App Challenge Day highlights the importance of investing in our youth and supporting STEM education. It is a day to celebrate the achievements of all student participants and to recognize the mentors, educators, and community leaders who support and inspire these students.

As a recovering computer science major and one of the co-chairs of the Congressional App Challenge, I recognize the importance of supporting initiatives that foster innovation and creativity among our nation's youth. Let the National App Challenge Day serve as a catalyst for future leaders, innovators, and problem-solvers who will shape the world of tomorrow.

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Jerrold Martin ``Jerry'' Axelrod, who passed away on August 19, 2023.

Jerry was born in Canton, Ohio on September 5, 1927. He served in the Army and studied at the University of California, Berkeley, but always remained incredibly close to his family. He and his brother, Warren, launched the highly successful company, Southwest Leasing, in Hollywood in 1960. Southwest Leasing eventually became headquartered in Beverly Hills and moved to West Los Angeles, where it occupied a city block and held thousands of cars.

He married his wife, Christine, in 1968 and moved to Beverly Hills in 1974 where he raised his two children. Jerry was deeply dedicated to the Beverly Hills community as a board member of the Maple Center, board member of City of Hope, and member of the Friars Club. He coached AYSO Soccer and was an avid supporter of the Beverly Hills Little League. He loved opening his home to others, hosting tennis tournaments, little league batting cage practice, Monday Night Football, and poker parties. He, Christine, and his stepson, Robert, moved to the Pacific Palisades community in 1997, where Jerry continued his legacy in creating meaningful relationships.

Jerry was a world traveler and he explored nearly every continent during his life. He was devoted towards exercising as he ran, boxed, weightlifted, swam, scuba dove, and practiced yoga. Jerry was most passionate about meeting new people and maintaining long-lasting friendships.

He is survived by many loving family members, including his wife, Christine; daughter, Jennifer Axelrod Clay (Ty); son, Danny Axelrod (Shannon); stepson, Robert Varie; three grandchildren: Cory (Kari), Molly, and William; and one great-grandchild, Samuel. May his memory be a blessing to all who know him.

Mr. Speaker, I rise today with a heavy heart to honor the life of the Honorable Frank W. Chen, who passed away on July 18, 2024. Judge Chen formerly served as a commissioner for the Los Angeles County Superior Court in California.

Frank was born in Taipei, Taiwan on November 11, 1963, to his parents William and May Chen. Frank moved to the United States at the age of 4 where he settled in Schenectady, New York and graduated from Mohonasen Senior High School. Following his graduation, Frank attended Stanford University and graduated in 1985 with a bachelor's degree in economics. He went on to graduate from the University of California, Los Angeles School of Law in 1988 and started his career as a litigation attorney in Los Angeles that same year after being admitted to the California State Bar.

Frank met Chen-Yen in December of 1999 and in September 2000, they got married and moved to San Marino, CA. They welcomed their first child, Nathaniel Chen in 2003 and then second child, Natalina Chen in 2005. Anyone who knew Frank knew that his family meant more to him than anything else. He worked tirelessly to support his family first and foremost and to ensure that they could also pursue their passions to the fullest.

Frank is well-known for his pro bono legal work in combating abusive litigation. He received awards for his volunteer work with state and local prosecutors, local elected officials, legislators, and the State Bar of California. In 2003, Frank was named a recipient of California Lawyer Magazine's Attorney of the Year (CLAY). That same year, Frank was a recipient of the Asian Pacific American Legal Center of Southern California's Pro Bono Service Award for his work in coordinating a unique and sweeping defense to abusive litigation brought by the Trevor Law Group of Beverly Hills.

Since 2005, Frank has been recognized eleven times as a Southern California Super Lawyer and three times in the National Super Lawyers Business Edition. He was also named one of Pasadena Magazine's Top Attorneys from 2010-2018. Frank first became interested in judicial service while working as a volunteer Temporary Judge for the Los Angeles County Superior Court beginning in 2005 where he presided over small claims. In December 2018, Frank was elected by the judges of the Los Angeles Superior Court to become the Los Angeles Superior Court's Court Commissioner. Frank became the Los Angeles Superior Court's third Taiwanese-born judicial officer and was the fifth nationwide.

Frank was also a well-respected leader in his community. He was a former president of the Southern California Chinese Lawyers Association (SCCLA) and the Taiwanese American Lawyers Association (TALA). He served as a trustee of the Los Angeles County Bar Association (LACBA) and as a board member of the Asian Pacific American Bar Association of Los Angeles County (APABA). Frank was also a proud blood donor to local American Red Cross blood banks. He also was a supporter of many online musicians within the Twitch music community and greeted audiences for the past three years as a moderator, fan and friend. Frank was also a faithful member of San Marino Community Church where he served as an Elder and recently joined the Chancel Choir with his wife.

He is survived by many loving family members, including his wife Chun-Yen, son Nathaniel, daughter Natalina, parents William and May Chen, brother Henry Chen and sister-in-law Julie, and nephew Matthew and niece Natalie. May his memory serve as an inspiration to all who knew him.

Mr. Speaker, I rise to celebrate the Beverly Hills High School student television station, KBEV. The student-led television station team secured the second place National Silver Medal in the Video News Production category of the 2024 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The team consisted of Beverly Hills High School students Aaron Gabayan, Colby Gilardian, Nora Nikfariam, Jason Maybaum, and their dedicated teacher, Professor Romeo Carey of Santa Monica College.

The SkillsUSA Championships showcase the best Career and Technical education students throughout the nation. The KBEV station secured second place nationally for the first time in ten years of competition history. This is an impressive accomplishment for these young media innovators who stood out among over 300,000 participants nationwide.

The KBEV station was founded in 1969 and is now broadcast to thousands of homes in Beverly Hills, California. The station has grown to be the longest-running high school television station in the country. KBEV affords high school students with the opportunity to learn the profession of Broadcast Journalism through practical experience and mentorship, a profession that is vital in a democratic society.

I would like to sincerely congratulate the KBEV station, the students, and Professor Carey, for bringing great pride to the 36th Congressional District. This recognition honors their hard work and dedication and inspires other students to pursue excellence in their fields of interest.

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of Mr. Xiaoguang (Don) Sun, who passed away on March 13, 2024, in San Jose, California, with his family by his side. Don was a distinguished citizen who dedicated his life to advocacy, including advocating on behalf of Asian Americans, and served a prominent role in American politics.

Mr. Sun was born on July 10, 1959, in Beijing, China. He obtained a bachelor's degree from Renmin University of China in Beijing in 1982. After graduation, Mr. Sun worked on the Economic Reform and Opening-up policies for six years, focusing on agrarian reform, privatization of land, and grassroots elections in rural China. This work ignited his passion to tirelessly serve the people and galvanized his commitment to the betterment of society. He also earned a master's degree in economics from the University of Pennsylvania in 1990 and worked as a research fellow at the Hoover Institute at Stanford from 1990 to 1993, specializing in the research of political and land reform in Taiwan.

Mr. Sun served as President to the Bay Area chapter of the Asian Pacific Islander American Public Affairs Association since 2009 and as a Cupertino Planning Commissioner from 2011-2019. He was also actively involved in the Cupertino Rotary Club for nearly two decades. Mr. Sun was vocal about the treatment of Asian Americans, leading advocacy efforts towards securing a formal apology from the U.S. House of Representatives for the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882. Mr. Sun will be forever remembered for his contributions to the Asian American community.

Mr. Sun is survived by his two sons. May his proud legacy continue to live on through all who had the honor of knowing him.