President Laylin Statement On Death Of Former Speaker Vinny Montez

February 5, 2025 - Today, I sadly have had to extend the half staff flag order until the internment of former House Speaker and my dear friend Vinny Montez who died while asleep. My heart and prayers go out to his incredibly warm and loving family, whom I've grown to admire and respect.

Former Speaker Montez, played a key role in pushing for funding to support US operations to catch Osama Bin Laden. His dedication to ensure that the victims of 9/11 got the justice they truly deserved, led many people in the House and Senate, to attract to him. He was a kind, funny and loving man, who cared deeply for his constituents, his country and more importantly his family. 

Former Speakers across our nation's expansive history have done different things since leaving office, but Vinny Montez dedicated his-post Congressional days working with kids across the country, who were underserved and who were abandoned by their government. He personally funded after school programs for at-risk youth. His life long dedication to service and public life and to country and family, has granted him a special place in the hearts of all Jesstopians regardless of political affiliation.

As we mourn this great man, we remember the actions he took while serving as Speaker. We remember the dedication to the people of long-forgotten communities, and the Speaker who had done so much to better the lives of Jesstopians across this country. His death rips a huge hole in the fabric of our nation's values, as he not only upheld those values, but lived them day in and out. Kelly and I can't express how sad we are hearing of his passing. At this point, the family is asking for privacy as they mourn. Funeral plans are at the wishes of the family. They did confirm that he would lay in state at the Capitol. Those plans are being worked on with the families help.

Vinny, you will be truly missed and may you, your sould and your kindness rest at peace, and may you be granted entry into god's home. God bless you, thank you for your service and thank you being a fair, kind and loving friend. Rest easy.

Signed,

Jay Laylin

President Of The United States Of Jesstopia