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HONORING MR. SADRUDDIN NOORANI

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On 2026-02-04, Representative Janice D. Schakowsky (D-IL-9) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING MR. SADRUDDIN NOORANI" in the House. The speech addressed immigration and also covered taxes, crime and justice.

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HONORING MR. SADRUDDIN NOORANI

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 25 (Wednesday, February 4, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 25 (Wednesday, February 4, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E103] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING MR. SADRUDDIN NOORANI ______ HON. JANICE D. SCHAKOWSKY of illinois in the house of representatives Wednesday, February 4, 2026 Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mr. Sadruddin Noorani, a longtime resident of and leader in Illinois's 9th Congressional District, for more than four decades of sustained public service, civic leadership, and community engagement. I have known and worked with Mr. Noorani for decades and have witnessed firsthand his commitment to service, human rights, and civic involvement. Mr. Noorani arrived in the United States in 1981 and, for over forty years, has devoted himself to strengthening the community where he put down roots and made his home. His work has spanned local, state, and national efforts, with a focus on service to immigrants, refugees, and underserved populations, as well as on building partnerships between community organizations and government institutions. He helped me organize a community unity event after the September 11, 2001, attacks, bringing together 9th Congressional District residents of all religions, ages and backgrounds to stand strong together. He has participated in many events I have organized in the district, on issues ranging from civil rights to the census. Throughout his career, Mr. Noorani has been recognized by officials and organizations at every level of government. These recognitions reflect the breadth and consistency of his service. Early in his career, he received a Certificate of Merit from Chicago Mayor Richard M. Daley. In 1999, he was named an Honorary Citizen and Goodwill Ambassador of Houston in recognition of his civic leadership beyond Illinois. In recent years, his service has included assisting with the arrival of Afghan refugees at O'Hare International Airport in 2022, an effort recognized by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. In 2025, his work was further acknowledged with a Certificate of Excellence from Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas, a Commitment and Dedication to Illinois Award from Comptroller Susana Mendoza, and a Community Service Award from the Illinois Asian American Law Enforcement Association. Taken together, these recognitions represent only a small portion of the many commendations Mr. Noorani has received over the years, but they reflect a consistent pattern of long-term commitment, steady leadership, and service motivated by care for others rather than personal recognition. On behalf of the residents of the 9th Congressional District of Illinois, I want to thank Mr. Noorani for all that he has given to our district, our state, and our Nation. I commend him for his decades of work and extend my gratitude for his continued contributions to the 9th District and beyond. ____________________

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HONORING MR. SADRUDDIN NOORANI Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 25 (Wednesday, February 4, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 25 (Wednesday, February 4, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E103] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING MR. SADRUDDIN NOORANI ______ HON. JANICE D. SCHAKOWSKY of illinois in the house of representatives Wednesday, February 4, 2026 Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mr. Sadruddin Noorani, a longtime resident of and leader in Illinois's 9th Congressional District, for more than four decades of sustained public service, civic leadership, and community engagement. I have known and worked with Mr. Noorani for decades and have witnessed firsthand his commitment to service, human rights, and civic involvement. Mr. Noorani arrived in the United States in 1981 and, for over forty years, has devoted himself to strengthening the community where he put down roots and made his home. His work has spanned local, state, and national efforts, with a focus on service to immigrants, refugees, and underserved populations, as well as on building partnerships between community organizations and government institutions. He helped me organize a community unity event after the September 11, 2001, attacks, bringing together 9th Congressional District residents of all religions, ages and backgrounds to stand strong together. He has participated in many events I have organized in the district, on issues ranging from civil rights to the census. Throughout his career, Mr. Noorani has been recognized by officials and organizations at every level of government. These recognitions reflect the breadth and consistency of his service. Early in his career, he received a Certificate of Merit from Chicago Mayor Richard M. Daley. In 1999, he was named an Honorary Citizen and Goodwill Ambassador of Houston in recognition of his civic leadership beyond Illinois. In recent years, his service has included assisting with the arrival of Afghan refugees at O'Hare International Airport in 2022, an effort recognized by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. In 2025, his work was further acknowledged with a Certificate of Excellence from Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas, a Commitment and Dedication to Illinois Award from Comptroller Susana Mendoza, and a Community Service Award from the Illinois Asian American Law Enforcement Association. Taken together, these recognitions represent only a small portion of the many commendations Mr. Noorani has received over the years, but they reflect a consistent pattern of long-term commitment, steady leadership, and service motivated by care for others rather than personal recognition. On behalf of the residents of the 9th Congressional District of Illinois, I want to thank Mr. Noorani for all that he has given to our district, our state, and our Nation. I commend him for his decades of work and extend my gratitude for his continued contributions to the 9th District and beyond. ____________________