[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 10 (Thursday, January 30, 1997)]
[Senate]
[Page S843]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      RETIREMENT OF PROCTOR JONES

  Mr. FORD. Mr. President, today marks the last day for one of the 
Senate's most competent and skilled legislative aides. Proctor Jones, 
staff director of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water 
Development has spent the last 36 years helping to assure the 
legislative process moves forward. I know I am just one of many who are 
grateful for his guidance on a wide array of energy issues.
  During his tenure in the Senate he has gained a reputation for doing 
his homework, having a deep understanding for the appropriations 
process, and perhaps most important, fairness. He was invaluable in 
securing major projects for my home State of Kentucky, and I feel 
certain his handprint can be found on important projects all across the 
country.
  Jones leaves the Senate with an incredible body of knowledge, 
expertise and institutional knowledge. He also leaves after literally 
being the right hand of such powerful chairmen as Senators Russell, 
Ellender, McClellan, Magnuson, Stennis, Byrd and Hatfield.
  It will be a huge loss to the Senate and to States like mine that 
have benefitted from his knowledge and expertise. But there's no doubt 
that Jones will continue to serve the greater community working with 
former Senator Johnston.
  Let me close by wishing him and his family the best of luck and by 
once again thanking him for his commitment not only to the U.S. Senate, 
but to the American people. His service will not be forgotten and will 
continue to impact generations to come.

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