Mourning the death of Alma E. Rangel, distinguished citizen and devoted member of her community

This is a memorial resolution (Senate Resolution No. 445) honoring Alma E. Rangel, a Harlem community leader and social worker who died on September 16, 2024, at age 99. The resolution recognizes her decades of service, including founding the Congressional Black Caucus Spouses, leading the Ralph J. Rangel Foundation, and developing the Alma Rangel Gardens housing for low-income seniors. It formally expresses the legislature's mourning and directs a copy of the resolution to her family. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy effect and solely serves to honor her legacy.