September 26, 2019 - Issue: Vol. 165, No. 156 — Daily Edition116th Congress (2019 - 2020) - 1st Session

[Extensions of Remarks]
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                  IN RECOGNITION OF LAWRENCE FALIVENA

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                          HON. GEORGE HOLDING

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 26, 2019

  Mr. HOLDING. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Lawrence ``Larry'' 
Falivena from Apex, NC. Two years ago, Larry was diagnosed with 
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). Following this news, Larry has 
fiercely dedicated his time to his family and the ALS community. After 
speaking with the CEO of the ALS Association about how he could make a 
positive and lasting impact for those impacted by the disease, Larry 
created the ``Iron Horse Tour''. On the tour, Larry, his wife Shana, 
and his two sons, set out to visit all 30 Major League Baseball parks 
during one baseball season in order to spread national awareness and 
raise funding for research to combat ALS.
  On September 8th, Larry attended his thirtieth and final game at 
SunTrust Park in Atlanta, GA. At each stop along the way, Larry met and 
spoke with several incredible people who were also courageously 
battling the disease. He shares their stories to spread awareness and 
encourage others to assist in the fight against ALS. Larry has 
successfully raised over $29,000 for ALS research thus far and has 
gained wide-spread attention across the nation. Larry's commitment to 
helping combat the disease and educating others is an inspiration to us 
all.
  Larry represents the best of our nation. He is a true role model and 
I am very proud to recognize his efforts and accomplishments. Madam 
Speaker, please join me in honoring Larry Falivena.

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