[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 54 (Friday, March 29, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E293]
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                      RECOGNIZING ROBERT O'CONNELL

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                         HON. GUS M. BILIRAKIS

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, March 29, 2024

  Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor the 
unique contributions made in our community by one of my constituents, 
Robert ``Bob'' O'Connell, who has been a resident of Citrus County for 
45 years. Believing that one makes a life out of what they give rather 
than what they get, Bob has been an active volunteer for approximately 
30 non-profit organizations, including: The Homosassa Lions Club, The 
Citrus Pregnancy Center, the Citrus County Abuse Shelter, Habitat for 
Humanity, Day Star, Citrus County Blessings, the Sheriffs Youth Ranch, 
United Way of Citrus County, and the Path of Citrus County. A truly 
humble public servant, Bob finds creative ways to serve others, never 
seeking notoriety or praise. He has undoubtedly left a lasting imprint 
in the lives of countless neighbors in Citrus County who will never 
know the tremendous effort he has put forth on their behalf. Part of 
what makes our country so great is the willingness of ordinary 
Americans to go above and beyond to seflessly give back to others. 
Volunteerism is one of the cornerstones of our society and part of the 
fabric that unites us.
  It is clear that Mr. Robert ``Bob'' O'Connell has made a profoundly 
positive impact on our community, and I am grateful for his service.

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