[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 86 (Thursday, June 30, 1994)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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                         TRIBUTE TO TOM KELLEY

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                          HON. DALE E. KILDEE

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 29, 1994

  Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, I want to pay tribute to Tom Kelley, who is 
leaving the staff of my subcommittee after 9 years. During this period 
of time, Tom has provided excellent staffwork for 2 subcommittees--
first, for the Subcommittee on Human Resources where he became well 
known for his knowledge and expertise in such areas as programs for the 
elderly and energy assistance for the poor and then, through the 
present, for the Subcommittee on Elementary, Secondary, and Vocational 
Education where his name has become closely associated with matters 
such as vocational education, technology, and school-to-work 
transition. I can say, without reservation, that his many contributions 
have been critical to the very productive work of my subcommittees.
  Tom is leaving to take a position in the U.S. Department of 
Education's Office of Legislation and, while I am sorry to see him 
depart, I am pleased that he is remaining in public service. I have 
often said that the purpose of government is to promote, protect, 
defend, and enhance human dignity and Tom has always carried out his 
responsibilities in a manner that exemplifies that principle.
  I first met Tom 10 years ago in our home town of Flint, MI and was 
immediately impressed with his warmth, intelligence, insight, and good 
humor. It was obvious that this young man would do well, and he has. 
And knowing Tom as I do, there is no doubt that success will always 
follow him, wherever he may go.

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