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REMEMBERING REGENA TRIPLETT JONES

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On 2026-04-14, Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) delivered a floor speech titled "REMEMBERING REGENA TRIPLETT JONES" in the Senate. The speech addressed trade policy. It referenced legislation: S1736.

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REMEMBERING REGENA TRIPLETT JONES

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 65 (Tuesday, April 14, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 65 (Tuesday, April 14, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S1736] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] REMEMBERING REGENA TRIPLETT JONES Mr. PAUL. Mr. President, I rise today to honor the life and memory of Regena Triplett Jones, a devoted public servant, a proud Kentuckian, and a woman whose kindness left a lasting impression on all who knew her. Regena was born on May 6, 1964, and raised in the small community of Warfield, KY, a place that shaped her values and remained close to her heart throughout her life. She was the beloved daughter of John R. Triplett and Bonnie Triplett, a role she carried with deep pride and gratitude. She later made her home in Pikeville, KY, where she built a life centered on faith, family, and service. A graduate of Northern Kentucky University's Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Regena brought both knowledge and heart to the work she would go on to do. For 10 years, Regena served as my Eastern Kentucky Field Representative. In that role, she worked to connect Kentuckians with Federal resources and to serve the people of the Commonwealth with sincerity and care. She approached her work with a spirit of humility and a genuine desire to help others, leaving a quiet but meaningful mark across the region she served. Beyond her professional life, Regena's greatest joy was found in her family. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who treasured every moment spent with her children and grandchildren. Whether cheering them on at ballgames or simply being present in their lives, she made them the center of her world. Her faith was also an important part of her life. As a member of Connection Church in Pikeville and a participant in the women's prayer group, she found strength in her beliefs and fellowship in her community. Regena will be remembered for her bright personality, her gentle spirit, and her sincere kindness. She had a way of making others feel seen and valued, and her presence brought warmth to those around her. While her passing on December 11, 2025, leaves a void in the lives of those who loved her, her legacy lives on in the family she cherished and the many lives she touched through her kindness and service. I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring the life of Regena Triplett Jones and in extending our deepest condolences to her family, friends, and all who mourn her passing. ____________________

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REMEMBERING REGENA TRIPLETT JONES Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 65 (Tuesday, April 14, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 65 (Tuesday, April 14, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S1736] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] REMEMBERING REGENA TRIPLETT JONES Mr. PAUL. Mr. President, I rise today to honor the life and memory of Regena Triplett Jones, a devoted public servant, a proud Kentuckian, and a woman whose kindness left a lasting impression on all who knew her. Regena was born on May 6, 1964, and raised in the small community of Warfield, KY, a place that shaped her values and remained close to her heart throughout her life. She was the beloved daughter of John R. Triplett and Bonnie Triplett, a role she carried with deep pride and gratitude. She later made her home in Pikeville, KY, where she built a life centered on faith, family, and service. A graduate of Northern Kentucky University's Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Regena brought both knowledge and heart to the work she would go on to do. For 10 years, Regena served as my Eastern Kentucky Field Representative. In that role, she worked to connect Kentuckians with Federal resources and to serve the people of the Commonwealth with sincerity and care. She approached her work with a spirit of humility and a genuine desire to help others, leaving a quiet but meaningful mark across the region she served. Beyond her professional life, Regena's greatest joy was found in her family. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who treasured every moment spent with her children and grandchildren. Whether cheering them on at ballgames or simply being present in their lives, she made them the center of her world. Her faith was also an important part of her life. As a member of Connection Church in Pikeville and a participant in the women's prayer group, she found strength in her beliefs and fellowship in her community. Regena will be remembered for her bright personality, her gentle spirit, and her sincere kindness. She had a way of making others feel seen and valued, and her presence brought warmth to those around her. While her passing on December 11, 2025, leaves a void in the lives of those who loved her, her legacy lives on in the family she cherished and the many lives she touched through her kindness and service. I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring the life of Regena Triplett Jones and in extending our deepest condolences to her family, friends, and all who mourn her passing. ____________________