[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 46 (Tuesday, April 23, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E601]
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         HONORING THE DEDICATED SERVICE OF BARBARA KREYKENBOHM

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                            HON. BART GORDON

                              of tennessee

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 23, 2002

  Mr. GORDON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the tremendous 
contributions Barbara Kreykenbohm has made to Tennessee's Sixth 
Congressional District. A Brookings Fellow from NASA, Barbara became an 
invaluable part of my Washington, D.C., office over these past eight 
months.
  As a fellow Tennessean, Barbara started in my office as a NASA Fellow 
eager to assist me with my work as the Ranking Member of the House 
Space and Aeronautics Subcommittee. But, she soon assumed a wide 
variety of responsibilities.
  Throughout all the pressures exerted in such a fast-paced workplace, 
compounded with the tragic events of September 11 occurring in her 
first days with my office, her commitment has been a positive influence 
on everyone. Barbara accomplished each and every assignment with 
thoroughness and commitment. Her standards are high and her efforts 
reflect a commitment to excellence.
  Although Barbara was originally assigned to work in my office for 
only a few months, her work ethic, research skills and desire to 
continue to learn the workings and intricacies of Capitol Hill soon 
prompted me to ask her to extend her fellowship and stay on as part of 
my staff.
  But, her skills and talents are needed back at NASA. This is her 
final week as a member of my staff. Although my staff and I are sad to 
see her leave, Barbara's dedication to science and man's quest for 
discovery will continue to serve NASA and the American people well.

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