HONORING ADDIE L. GREENE

On 2026-09-24, Representative Lois Frankel (D-FL-22) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING ADDIE L. GREENE" in the House.

HONORING ADDIE L. GREENE

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 152 (Thursday, September 24, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 152 (Thursday, September 24, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E977] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING ADDIE L. GREENE ______ HON. LOIS FRANKEL of florida in the house of representatives Thursday, September 24, 2026 Ms. LOIS FRANKEL of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize my dear friend Addie L. Greene, a trailblazing public servant whose decades of leadership have left a lasting mark on Palm Beach County and the State of Florida. Addie and I had the privilege of serving side-by- side in the Florida Legislature, and I saw firsthand her strength, integrity, and deep commitment to the people she represented. A dedicated educator before entering public office, Addie began her political career in Mangonia Park, where she served on the Town Council and became the town's first African American woman mayor. In 1992, she made history as the first Black person from Palm Beach County elected to the Florida Legislature, serving four terms in the Florida House of Representatives. She continued her distinguished public service as a member of the Palm Beach County Commission from 2000 to 2009, including service as Chair. Throughout her career, Addie has been a steadfast advocate for working families, underserved communities, and greater opportunity and representation for all. Addie Greene did more than make history--she opened doors and brought others through them. I am proud to call her my friend, and even prouder to have served alongside her. I thank Addie for her extraordinary lifetime of public service and for all she has done to make Palm Beach County a stronger, fairer, and more inclusive community. ____________________