[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 166 (Friday, December 21, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1997]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




RECOGNIZING THE SERVICE OF ANNE BODENSTEIN UPON HER RETIREMENT FROM THE 
      SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA OFFICE OF SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS

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                            HON. JEFF MILLER

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, December 21, 2012

  Mr. JEFF MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker. I rise today to recognize 
the retirement of Anne Bodenstein after an extensive career of service 
to the citizens of Santa Rosa County, Florida.
  Ms. Bodenstein's career with the Office of Supervisor of Elections 
began in 1992, when she volunteered and dedicated her time as a poll 
worker and as Polling Place Coordinator. Her involvement with the 
electoral process continued and she was selected to serve as Inspector, 
and later as Clerk in her local precinct.
  Her commitment and strong work ethic were recognized by many, 
including Governor Jeb Bush, who appointed her as the Santa Rosa County 
Supervisor of Elections to fill the remainder of her predecessor's 
term. Her abilities were also recognized by the Santa Rosa County 
electorate, who eventually elected her to the Office of Supervisor of 
Elections, a role which she has held since January 2005.
  While serving as Supervisor of Elections, Ms. Bodenstein led a 
permanent staff of six and orchestrated upwards to 500 Election Day 
employees. She also oversaw the implementation of four separate voting 
machine upgrades during her tenure.
  Ms. Bodenstein is truly an exemplary public servant with numerous 
commendable accolades, including 1996 Santa Rosa County Employee of the 
Year. The Northwest Florida community is grateful for the integral role 
she has played in our electoral process.
  Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the United States Congress, I am privileged 
to recognize Anne Bodenstein for her exceptional public service to 
Santa Rosa County. My wife Vicki and I wish her all the best in her 
retirement.

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