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Washington, DC -- This morning, Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton (D-VA) delivered a farewell speech on the House floor ahead of her retirement next month.

Wexton spoke about her achievements over her two decades in public service and spoke to her advocacy since being diagnosed with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) last year. 

WATCH: Rep. Wexton delivers farewell speech from House floor

"This has been a journey which has been so challenging, yet one which I am proud to have stood strong in and done my part to give hope and comfort to others facing similar battles. Our disabilities and our health struggles do not define who we are, and I feel more strongly than ever that it is so important to share that truth with the world," said Rep. Wexton.

You can watch Rep. Wexton's full speech from the House floor here. A transcript of the speech as prepared for delivery can be found here.

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