[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 7 (Wednesday, January 14, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E72]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                         HONORING KYLE EAN LONG

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                          HON. MARK DeSAULNIER

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 14, 2015

  Mr. DeSAULNIER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Kyle 
Ean Long, who was born in Sacramento on June 14, 1987, and died on 
January 10, 2015, at the very young age of 27. Kyle, the son of James 
and Tina Long, was born and raised in Sacramento, attended local public 
schools, and was a graduate of California State University, Sacramento.
  I have known Kyle for three years, beginning when came to work in my 
California Capitol office in January of 2012 as an intern. Kyle swiftly 
became known as ``Sunshine'' for his positive attitude and infectious 
happiness. Kyle then worked for Assemblymember Tony Mendoza. After his 
work in the Assembly, Kyle worked for me as a Legislative Aide for two 
years as an integral team member, a role that he thrived in.
  Kyle was dependable and resourceful team member. As a college 
student, Kyle worked diligently towards a career in public policy. 
While attending college at Sacramento State University, Kyle honed his 
extraordinary people skills at Chicory Coffee in Sacramento, and became 
a familiar face to those working in the State Legislature. Kyle was a 
master of working with people of all backgrounds and of bringing people 
together.
  Kyle's passion for public policy and his enthusiasm for bringing 
people together made him a highly effective Legislative Aide. During 
his tenure in the State Legislature, Kyle successfully steered bills 
through the legislative process that helped to provide counseling 
services for rape victims, to keep pesticides out of California 
schools, to provide school supplies for homeless children, and to close 
loopholes to keep drunk drivers off of the roads.
  In addition to being a valued colleague, Kyle was an important member 
of the State Senate family, a beloved friend, and an integral member of 
the community. Kyle made sure to have dinner with his grandmother every 
Tuesday, was always there to support his friends, and was looked up to 
by his two siblings and many cousins.
  Kyle was a committed public servant who considered his public policy 
work a privilege and took on his responsibilities with a strong sense 
of duty. He was a dependable, resourceful team player who was a beloved 
colleague with a bright future ahead of him. Kyle's tragic loss is 
inexplicable, and I send my deepest condolences to his family, friends, 
and loved ones.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring the 
extraordinary life of Kyle Long. The world is a brighter and better 
place because of him.

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