The resolution commemorates the life and contributions of Patricia "Pat" Lopez, who passed away on March 2, 2025, at the age of seventy-two. Born on May 8, 1952, in Omaha, Nebraska, Pat dedicated nearly fifty years to public health, starting her career as a public health nurse with the Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department. She was instrumental in enhancing local health departments across the country and played a key role in establishing a statewide local health department system in Nebraska alongside Senators Jim Jensen and Dennis Byars in 2001.

The Nebraska Legislature expresses its condolences to Pat Lopez's family, friends, and colleagues, recognizing her as a fierce advocate for public health and the well-being of vulnerable populations. The resolution concludes with a directive to send a copy of the resolution to her family, honoring her legacy and contributions to public health in the state.