[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 84 (Monday, June 2, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E900]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               RECOGNIZING THE CAREER OF WALT WASHINGTON

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                           HON. DEREK KILMER

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, June 2, 2014

  Mr. KILMER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Walt Washington 
for his many years of public service to our community.
   Walt Washington is a decorated veteran with a long history of 
commitment to public service and community involvement. While he 
started his career in banking, he continued on to serve as a public 
official.
   Serving as Kitsap County Auditor since 2008, Walt Washington has 
been a valued member of our state government. Walt has dedicated 
himself to ensuring accountability and accessibility to all Kitsap 
residents.
   Walt Washington oversaw the implementation of more than 340 changes 
in federal and state laws to safeguard voters' rights and protect 
against election fraud. As Auditor, Walt has maintained Kitsap County's 
reputation for integrity in elections, and has encouraged civic 
involvement in election oversight and voter registration.
   Mr. Washington's focus on fiscal accountability led him to receive a 
national award for excellence in financial reporting by the Government 
Finance Officers Association. He is also the recipient of the Pioneer 
in Preserving Military Voting Award for his department's innovative 
efforts to make voting more accessible for U.S. citizens living and 
serving overseas.
   Walt Washington has dedicated himself to serving his country. 
Despite his retirement, Walt Washington's work against voter 
suppression, voter disenfranchisement, and commitment to fair elections 
will surely continue in the Kitsap County Auditor's office and beyond.
   Mr. Speaker, I would like to close by again applauding Walt 
Washington for his dedication to serving the people of Washington 
state. I am pleased to recognize Walt Washington today in the United 
States Congress.

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