[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 138 (Thursday, September 7, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1724]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                TRIBUTE TO COL. LEWIS VINCENT EVANS, IV

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                           HON. FLOYD SPENCE

                           of south carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, September 6, 1995
  Mr. SPENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Col. Vince Evans 
upon his retirement from the U.S. Air Force, after serving our great 
Nation for 24 years. For the past 3 years, Colonel Evans has held the 
distinguished positions of Chief of the House Air Force Legislative 
Liaison Office and Chief of the Air Force Weapons Division. Soon after 
assuming his most recent positions, Colonel Evans quickly established a 
solid reputation with Members and their staffs as an authority on a 
diverse array of Air Force programs and issues. His strong operational 
fighter background quickly established his credibility as he was 
routinely sought by members of the National Security Committee to 
provide briefings regarding national security issues.
  Colonel Evans' understanding of congressional operations, coupled 
with his sound judgment and a keen sense of priority, have been of 
great benefit to both Members of Congress and the U.S. Air Force. 
Colonel Evans' openness and unquestionable integrity have provided 
support to Members of the House of Representatives in many difficult 
situations, ranging from constituent matters to far reaching national 
defense weapons systems issues. He has demonstrated invaluable support 
during the historic changes in the House leadership, as well as in 
meeting the difficult challenges of protecting our Country's military 
capabilities, while working to balance the Federal budget.
  Mr. Speaker, it has been my distinct pleasure to have worked and 
traveled with Colonel Evans. He has served with great distinction and 
he has earned our respect and gratitude for his many contributions to 
our Nation's defense. My colleagues and I bid Col. Lewis Vincent Evans 
a fond farewell and wish he and his family the very best as they move 
on to face new challenges and rewards.


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