[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 146 (Thursday, November 15, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1769]
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                           HONORING ED PAVIA

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                           HON. HEATH SHULER

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 15, 2012

  Mr. SHULER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the members of my 
Congressional Staff who have served with me over the past six years 
while I have been in office. A Member of Congress' most important 
responsibility is to provide exceptional constituent services and my 
team is second to none in providing the best assistance to all in our 
District. My Washington, D.C. office is also tasked with researching, 
processing, analyzing, and making recommendations on an infinite number 
of reports, policies, and legislation. I could not ask for a more 
talented or dedicated team, and I take great pride in the work that 
each staff member has done not only on my behalf, but also on behalf of 
the 11th Congressional District of North Carolina and the United 
States.
  My team has shown a strong sense of dedication to meeting the needs 
of our constituency. I owe a debt of gratitude to each one of them for 
the support and friendship which they have shown me while I have served 
in Congress.
  Ed Pavia joined my Washington, D.C. office in January 2012, as he was 
completing his Masters in Appropriate Technology (renewable energy 
engineering) from Appalachian State University. It became apparent 
immediately that because of his understanding of energy and agriculture 
issues he would be a valuable addition to our team. New to Capitol 
Hill, Ed quickly learned the ropes and has been entrusted to serve in a 
variety of capacities, including work as a Research Fellow, Legislative 
Assistant and Executive Assistant. Ed's attention to detail, knowledge 
of policy issues and disciplined work ethic have proven to be 
invaluable assets.
  Ed should be proud of the service he has provided to our District and 
country. It has been an honor to serve with him and as I retire from 
office I wish him the very best in the future. Western North Carolina 
is a better place because of his efforts and I will cherish the 
memories of serving with Ed and the team by my side.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing and 
thanking Ed Pavia for his hard work on behalf of all of Western North 
Carolina and to wish him continued success in his future endeavors.

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