[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 150 (Wednesday, December 10, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1783]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                        HONORING MR. JOHN RUMSEY

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                           HON. JARED HUFFMAN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 10, 2014

  Mr. HUFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure to recognize John Rumsey 
for his lasting impact in the field of developmental disability 
advocacy and his exceptional service to those in need.
   Early in his professional career, Mr. Rumsey turned his attention to 
helping those who were less fortunate than himself. In 1974, he joined 
the Contra Costa ARC, a non-profit, public benefit organization that is 
dedicated to helping adults with significant disabilities to realize 
their full potential and find meaningful employment.
   In addition to his important work at Contra Costa ARC, Mr. Rumsey 
was an early active advocate for the accreditation of disability 
services agencies. As a statewide leader in the developmental 
disability field, John Rumsey held several key positions, such as 
President of California Disabilities Services Association. Today, the 
State of California requires the accreditation of such agencies to 
ensure quality service, due in large part to Mr. Rumsey's strong 
advocacy.
   In 1984, Mr. Rumsey left Contra Costa ARC and devoted himself to 
assisting the developmentally disabled residents of Marin County. In 
1990, Mr. Rumsey worked with other advocates to found Marin Ventures, 
where he served as the Executive Director for 21 years until his 
retirement in 2011.
   Even in retirement, Mr. Rumsey continues to advocate for those in 
need and remains a strong voice for developmentally disabled adults. 
Please join me in expressing deep appreciation to John Rumsey for his 
long and singularly exceptional career, and for his outstanding record 
of service to the people of Marin County and beyond.

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