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March 22,
2006
Contact:
Tatiana Guerra
202-434-8070
National Hispanic
Caucus of State Legislators Mourn the Loss of
Colleague, Former California Assemblyman Marco
Firebaugh
Washington, DC – National Hispanic Caucus of
State Legislators (NHCSL) President, Assemblyman
Felix Ortiz (NY), issued the following statement:
“We are all deeply saddened by the loss of our
dear friend and colleague, former California
State Assemblyman Marco Firebaugh, who passed
away on Tuesday in California. We also want to
express our sincerest condolences to the
Firebaugh family.
Assemblyman Firebaugh was a visionary leader who
served in the California State Assembly from
1998 to 2004. During his tenure he fought for
the rights of the communities that were most
underserved. As a legislator Firebaugh
challenged some of the toughest issues. His
contributions during his young life were
instrumental and helped improve the lives of so
many in the Hispanic community.
Assemblyman Firebaugh was loved by many and will
be greatly missed. In his honor, it is important
that we continue to carry on the passion,
commitment and leadership that Assemblyman
Firebaugh so often demonstrated.”
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The National Hispanic Caucus of State
Legislators (NHCSL) is a nonpartisan
organization representing the interests of
Hispanic state legislators from all states,
commonwealths, and territories of the United
States. NHCSL is a catalyst for joint action on
issues of common concern to all segments of the
Hispanic community. For more information visit
www.nhcsl.com.
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