Recognizing Former Representative Frank Guarini

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Mr. SIRES. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the great generosity and service of Frank Guarini, a former Member of this institution.

He was born and raised in Jersey City, New Jersey, and has served his State and country through many numerous roles: as a naval officer, a state senator, a representative to the General Assembly of the United Nations, and a Member of this House of Representatives for seven terms.

During his years on the House Committee on Ways and Means, Frank Guarini was a committed advocate for education.

Since retiring from Congress, he has remained a dedicated champion of education and public service, donating millions of dollars to support local universities and organizations.

He has provided funding to establish numerous institutes, including the Guarini Institute for Government and Leadership at St. Peter's University, a nonpartisan forum that drives conversation about public policy and New Jersey's key issues.

He has donated to the New Jersey City University to support performing arts and scholarships designed for interdisciplinary urban studies, planning, and development.

Most recently, Frank Guarini has announced a $10 million gift to St. Peter's University School of Business to expand and update the school's established new initiatives.

Madam Speaker, I would like to thank Frank Guarini for his generosity, his public service, his longstanding commitment to bolster education, and his support for his hometown of Jersey City. I thank Frank Guarini.

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