CELEBRATING LILIANA HAGGERTY'S ACCOMPLISHMENTS

On 2026-06-30, Representative Emanuel Cleaver (D-MO-5) delivered a floor speech titled "CELEBRATING LILIANA HAGGERTY'S ACCOMPLISHMENTS" in the House.

CELEBRATING LILIANA HAGGERTY'S ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 109 (Tuesday, June 30, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 109 (Tuesday, June 30, 2026)] [House] [Page H4335] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] CELEBRATING LILIANA HAGGERTY'S ACCOMPLISHMENTS (Mr. CLEAVER asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.) Mr. CLEAVER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of the inspiring resilience and perseverance of my constituent Liliana Haggerty. At just 14 years old, Liliana was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma, a type of blood cancer that spread through her lymphatic system. Earlier this month, I had the privilege of meeting Liliana and her wonderful family in my office. Her courage in the face of a frightening disease was profound. As a patient, she founded a nonprofit dedicated to providing pediatric hospital patients with pajamas, blankets, and socks. Thanks to the exceptional care she received at Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas City and an aggressive 12-week chemo plan, Liliana's cancer is now in remission. Today, Liliana dedicates her time to advocating for other patients and families navigating through serious illnesses. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in celebrating Liliana's accomplishments and wishing her continued success in the years ahead. ____________________