Dr. Emmanuel Bilirakis and Honorable Jennifer Wexton National Plan to End Parkinson's Act

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Mr. SCALISE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor my friend and colleague Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton and to urge support for H.R. 2365, the Dr. Emmmanuel Bilirakis and Honorable Jennifer Wexton National Plan to End Parkinson Act, which was introduced by my friend Congressman Gus Bilirakis. This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services to develop a comprehensive Parkinson's Disease research plan to address prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and ultimately, to find a cure for Parkinson's.

During her time in Congress, Congresswoman Wexton has proven to be an effective representative for her constituents and a valued member of this institution. She has dedicated her professional life to serving the public in a variety of ways, including as a prosecutor, a judge, a state senator, and a Member of Congress representing Virginia's 10th Congressional District. She is a brave fighter and fierce advocate for Parkinson's Disease. She uses her platform to raise awareness of the disease and for resources to find a cure which is why supporting the Dr. Emmanuel Bilirakis and Honorable Jennifer Wexton National Plan to End Parkinson's Act is just one way to honor her effort.

Congresswoman Wexton serves on the House Committee on Appropriations and House Committee on the Budget. She has accomplished many things during her tenure since coming into Congress in 2019 including the passage of her bill, the Expanding Findings for Federal Opioid Research and Treatment Act.

I wish Jennifer peace and comfort as she continues to fight this disease surrounded by loved ones and would like to thank her for her service and dedication to this body. She has inspired many with her bravery and courage, both as an advocate for and someone diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease.

Again, thank you to Congresswoman Wexton and Congressman Bilirakis. Their advocacy for Parkinson's Disease research is commendable, and with that, I strongly urge support for H.R. 2365, the Dr. Emmanuel Bilirakis and Honorable Jennifer Wexton National Plan to End Parkinson's Act.

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