[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 52 (Thursday, March 29, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E487]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING THE SERVICE OF JOHN V. SULLIVAN, HOUSE PARLIAMENTARIAN, UPON 
                             HIS RETIREMENT

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                               speech of

                       HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 27, 2012

  Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to 
recognize parliamentarian John V. Sullivan for his long and 
distinguished service to the House of Representatives. Tomorrow, after 
25 years of service to the House, John is retiring.
  John is one of only four Parliamentarians who have served the House 
of Representatives. In this rare company, John stands out. In many 
ways, the Parliamentarian is the keeper of order in a House increasing 
lacking in civility. That John is equally respected on both sides of 
the aisle is testament to his fair hand and steady demeanor.
  Before coming to Congress, John served in the United States Air Force 
as a Judge Advocate General (JAG). In this capacity, John had to 
represent, in a legal capacity, many odd and unruly individuals: an 
experience that prepared him well for his current position.
  I will miss John's steady presence as Parliamentarian. However, I 
know the House will be well served by the excellent staff John 
assembled during his tenure.
  John, thank you for your lifetime of public service, and good luck in 
your future endeavors.

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