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Download official Extensions PDFReturn to issue contextHON. JOSEPH D. MORELLE
of new york
in the house of representatives
Mr. MORELLE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of Jewish American Heritage Month to recognize an exceptional civic and sports leader from Rochester, New York: Naomi Silver.
Rochester Red Wings and Rochester Community Baseball, where her leadership has helped strengthen one of Rochester's most beloved institutions. Throughout her groundbreaking career in professional baseball, she has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to civic engagement, philanthropy, and youth development, carrying forward the community-centered legacy established by her father, Morrie Silver.
long been deeply involved in Rochester's Jewish community through leadership and volunteer service with organizations including the Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester and Hillel Community Day School. Her dedication to strengthening educational, cultural, and nonprofit institutions has had a lasting impact across the region.
leadership and her service to others, Naomi has become an important advocate for community-centered leadership and civic responsibility. Her work reflects the values of service, inclusion, and compassion that continue to strengthen the Rochester community.
civic leadership, philanthropy, and Jewish communal life. During Jewish American Heritage Month, it is especially fitting that we honor individuals who have gone above and beyond to strengthen our communities and preserve shared cultural heritage. I am proud to recognize her and extend my deepest gratitude for her continued service.