[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 120 (Tuesday, July 22, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1526]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    IN RECOGNITION OF KIMBERLY ALLEN

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                         HON. STEVEN R. ROTHMAN

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 22, 2008

  Mr. ROTHMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize the outstanding 
contributions and dedication of my communications director, Kimberly 
Allen, as she leaves to relocate to Richmond, Virginia with her 
husband, Tom Emswiler. Kimberly has been on my staff for more than 2\1/
2\ years, and during that time she has demonstrated extraordinary 
talent, grace under pressure, and the highest ethical and professional 
standards as my public spokesperson. She has also done a superb job 
handling the inquiries my office has received from national, State, and 
local media outlets. Kimberly has a true gift with words, is 
steadfastly loyal, and embodies the very spirit of teamwork.
  Kimberly grew up in Annandale, Virginia and attended Annandale High 
School. She later attended Boston University's College of Communication 
and graduated with a bachelor of science in Communication in 2002. 
Before joining my office, Kimberly worked at the American Association 
of Colleges of Nursing as their communications assistant and webmaster. 
She later served as the communications and production manager for the 
Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Her previous experience served 
her well and helped make her a very effective communications director.
  In addition to serving long hours as the brilliant spokesperson for 
my office, Kimberly is extremely involved in community activities and 
volunteers to help those who are less fortunate. Since 2002, she has 
annually prepared tax forms at weekend clinics for those who are not 
able to afford private assistance with their income taxes. She has also 
volunteered at ``We Are Family,'' which provides groceries to families 
in need, since 2007.
  Madam Speaker, over the past 2\1/2\ years, my office has come to know 
Kimberly Allen well and we will remember her as a conscientious and 
dedicated colleague, a gifted writer with a great sense of humor, and a 
loyal friend to her fellow coworkers. She has been a passionate 
advocate for protecting the freedom of the press, immigration reform, 
and human rights. Throughout her tenure with my office, Kimberly has 
provided me with good counsel and effective communication to the people 
of New Jersey. She has my deep respect and appreciation for all of the 
contributions she has made to my office and the work she has done. I 
wish Kimberly the very best and know that she has a bright future ahead 
of her.

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