Pablo José Hernández

Recent statements

• 2026-05-19veteranssupport ★★★★★

  Mr. HERNANDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a truth that Puerto Rico has lived for more than a century: freedom is not inherited. It is forged. Forged in sacrifice, in courage, and in the lives of men and women who answered every call

• 2026-05-14veteranssupport ★★★★

  Mr. HERNANDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with deep respect and reverence to honor the life and extraordinary service of Captain Jose A. Fernandez-Paoli, United States Army (Ret.), a distinguished son of Puerto Rico, a Bronze Star recipient,

• 2026-05-12government reformneutral ★

  Mr. HERNANDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of Jose Rafael ``Piculin'' Ortiz Rijos, affectionately known throughout Puerto Rico as ``Piculin'' and ``El Concord,'' one of the most beloved and accomplished athletes i

• 2026-05-12educationsupport ★★

  Mr. HERNANDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor two extraordinary sons of Puerto Rico whose achievements on May 2, 2026, at Churchill Downs resonated far beyond the finish line of the 152nd Kentucky Derby. Puerto Rican jockey Jose Luis Or