Recognizing Employees of the U.S. House of Representatives Who Have Reached 25 Years of Service

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Mr. STEIL. Mr. Speaker, Ranking Member Joseph D. Morelle and I wish to recognize a special group of dedicated and exceptional employees of the Office of the Clerk, Office of the Sergeant at Arms, Office of Inspector General, and the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer of the U.S. House of Representatives who have reached the milestone of 25 years of service.

The House's most important asset is its remarkable and steadfast employees, whose work is essential to keeping its operations running efficiently and effectively. The employees we acknowledge today are distinguished by their hard work, dedication, and professionalism in support of House Members, their staff, and constituents, as well as for their daily contributions to the overall operations of the House. These employees, whose work is often performed behind the scenes, have a diverse range of responsibilities and skills. They support the legislative process, ensure the security of this great institution, maintain our technology and service infrastructure, and contribute to a more efficient and productive House. The outstanding contributions and accomplishments of these devoted employees during their years of service, have benefited the U.S. House of Representatives, its Members, staff, and the American public.

We recognize and honor the individuals named below for 25 years of loyal service to the House. Collectively, the employees listed below represent 675 years of service and include their names in the Record:

Office of the Clerk: Carla Benson, Ora Branch, Philisha Lane, Bennetta McDuffie, Jenelle Pulis Kenneth Rosen

Office of the Sergeant at Arms: Wendy Benson, Christopher Brown, LaKeisha Commodore, Christopher Fischer, Lynn Hershey, John Looney, Robin Pegues, Diana Rodriguez

Office of Inspector General: Julie Poole

Office of the CAO: Marcus Suydam, Shawn Sessoms, Steve Hunter, Brandon Braxton, Andreal Little, Myrtle Norma, Carol Swan, Richardo Underwood, Lisa Butler, George Vallandingham, Alfonzo Wallace, Jamie Harvey

On behalf of the entire House community, I want to once again congratulate, acknowledge, and thank these employees for their professionalism and commitment to the U.S. House of Representatives as a whole, and to the Clerk, the Sergeant at Arms, the Chief Administrative Officer, and the Inspector General. Their long hours, hard work, diverse skills, and team spirit are invaluable, and their years of unwavering service and dedication set an example for their colleagues and raise the bar for those who will follow in their footsteps. I applaud all our honorees, and I am proud to stand before you and our great Nation on their behalf to recognize the importance of their public service.

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