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HONORING ALVIN W. ROBERTS

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On 2026-10-13, Representative Frederica S. Wilson (D-FL-24) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING ALVIN W. ROBERTS" in the House.

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HONORING ALVIN W. ROBERTS

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 160 (Tuesday, October 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 160 (Tuesday, October 13, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E1071] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING ALVIN W. ROBERTS ______ HON. FREDERICA S. WILSON of florida in the house of representatives Tuesday, October 13, 2026 Ms. WILSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Alvin W. Roberts, a Vietnam Combat Veteran. I include in the Record the following proclamation: Whereas, Mr. Alvin W. Roberts has dedicated over 45 years of his life to serving veterans, disabled, elderly, and children, championing and spearheading numerous commendable and notable projects for the Vietnam Veterans of America, Inc., locally, statewide, and nationally; and Whereas, Mr. Alvin W. Roberts, as a Life Member of Vietnam Veterans of America, he has consistently gone above and beyond in recruiting and retaining members, implementing innovative systems to enhance youth activities, community engagement, and Americanism programs; and Whereas, Mr. Roberts has held numerous positions within Vietnam Veterans of America. Inc., including Vice President of Chapter 1125, showcasing his commitment to the organization's goals and objectives; and Whereas, Mr, Roberts played a pivotal role in the establishment and success of the INVEST (Innovate and Navigate Veterans' Employment Via Support and Training) program, connecting veterans with disabilities to training programs, support services, and jobs, setting an exemplary standard for community service; and Whereas, Mr. Roberts is a role model and mentor within the Miami-Dade County School System and has instilled Values of Citizenship in the minds of many of our young people with positive outcomes. Mr. Roberts' affiliation with Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Miami and the 5,000 Role Models of Excellence Programs has benefitted inner-city and at-risk youth within the Tri-County Communities, of Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach; and Whereas, he is a former employee, serving more than 35 years, in the Miami VA Healthcare System Office of Administration as a Lead Medical Support Assistant. During his tenure as a Federal Employee of the Miami VA, he was the recipient of South Florida Federal Executive Board Federal Employee of the Year in the Category of Administration and again, he was the overall Federal Employee of the Year Recipient In Service To The Community; and Whereas, Mr. Roberts has received numerous local, State, and National awards for his outstanding service to the Miami- Dade County community. He has received awards from the esteemed VVA FSC Member of the Year and VVA National Member of the Year, awarded under the Past Presidency of Jerry Klein. Notably, he received a Proclamation in 2019 from State Legislator James Bush, underscoring the widespread recognition of his impactful contributions. Vice President Roberts has been a recipient of the Spirit of ADA, acknowledging his instrumental role in the success of the INVEST program; and Now, therefore, be it resolved that I, Frederica S. Wilson, a Member of the United States House of Representatives, representing the 24th Congressional District of Florida, recognize Alvin W. Roberts for his outstanding service, leadership, and dedication to veterans, the community, and the mission of Vietnam Veterans of America. Inc. ____________________

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HONORING ALVIN W. ROBERTS Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 160 (Tuesday, October 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 160 (Tuesday, October 13, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E1071] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING ALVIN W. ROBERTS ______ HON. FREDERICA S. WILSON of florida in the house of representatives Tuesday, October 13, 2026 Ms. WILSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Alvin W. Roberts, a Vietnam Combat Veteran. I include in the Record the following proclamation: Whereas, Mr. Alvin W. Roberts has dedicated over 45 years of his life to serving veterans, disabled, elderly, and children, championing and spearheading numerous commendable and notable projects for the Vietnam Veterans of America, Inc., locally, statewide, and nationally; and Whereas, Mr. Alvin W. Roberts, as a Life Member of Vietnam Veterans of America, he has consistently gone above and beyond in recruiting and retaining members, implementing innovative systems to enhance youth activities, community engagement, and Americanism programs; and Whereas, Mr. Roberts has held numerous positions within Vietnam Veterans of America. Inc., including Vice President of Chapter 1125, showcasing his commitment to the organization's goals and objectives; and Whereas, Mr, Roberts played a pivotal role in the establishment and success of the INVEST (Innovate and Navigate Veterans' Employment Via Support and Training) program, connecting veterans with disabilities to training programs, support services, and jobs, setting an exemplary standard for community service; and Whereas, Mr. Roberts is a role model and mentor within the Miami-Dade County School System and has instilled Values of Citizenship in the minds of many of our young people with positive outcomes. Mr. Roberts' affiliation with Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Miami and the 5,000 Role Models of Excellence Programs has benefitted inner-city and at-risk youth within the Tri-County Communities, of Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach; and Whereas, he is a former employee, serving more than 35 years, in the Miami VA Healthcare System Office of Administration as a Lead Medical Support Assistant. During his tenure as a Federal Employee of the Miami VA, he was the recipient of South Florida Federal Executive Board Federal Employee of the Year in the Category of Administration and again, he was the overall Federal Employee of the Year Recipient In Service To The Community; and Whereas, Mr. Roberts has received numerous local, State, and National awards for his outstanding service to the Miami- Dade County community. He has received awards from the esteemed VVA FSC Member of the Year and VVA National Member of the Year, awarded under the Past Presidency of Jerry Klein. Notably, he received a Proclamation in 2019 from State Legislator James Bush, underscoring the widespread recognition of his impactful contributions. Vice President Roberts has been a recipient of the Spirit of ADA, acknowledging his instrumental role in the success of the INVEST program; and Now, therefore, be it resolved that I, Frederica S. Wilson, a Member of the United States House of Representatives, representing the 24th Congressional District of Florida, recognize Alvin W. Roberts for his outstanding service, leadership, and dedication to veterans, the community, and the mission of Vietnam Veterans of America. Inc. ____________________