[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 79 (Thursday, May 21, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E775]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    THANKING MS. SHARON ANN PORTER FOR HER SERVICE TO THE HOUSE OF 
                            REPRESENTATIVES

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                             HON. AL GREEN

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 21, 2015

  Mr. AL GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, today, I would like to thank Ms. 
Sharon Ann Porter for her more than fifteen years of outstanding 
service to the House of Representatives, in a number of administrative 
and support roles.
  Ms. Porter began her career in the House in February 2000 as the Data 
Entry Specialist under the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). Eager to 
learn and help carry out other duties, Ms. Porter was promoted to 
Financial Counselor in February 2001. As Financial Counselor she was 
responsible for the processing of payments as well as reimbursements 
requested by House offices, including Member, Committee, and Leadership 
offices. Ms. Porter worked diligently in all her roles, processing a 
large volume of payments on a daily basis, as well as forming long-
lasting friendships with her customers and co-workers.
  Additionally, Ms. Porter has offered her expertise during each House 
Service Fair, by volunteering extra time to assist with disseminating 
valuable information to House employees and customers. She was also 
instrumental in the transition to the new digital document management 
and electronic voucher submission known as E-Voucher, which streamlines 
services to House offices.
  Ms. Porter's work ethic, diligence, and dedication have made her an 
invaluable asset to the CAO organization. She has consistently provided 
excellent customer service to Members and staff. Her outgoing 
personality, positive attitude, and sense of humor have endeared her to 
many colleagues and friends.
  Mr. Speaker, I congratulate Ms. Sharon Ann Porter and I ask my 
colleagues to join me in thanking her for her distinguished service to 
the House of Representatives as well as the nation it serves. I wish 
Ms. Porter and her family all the best as she begins this new chapter 
in her life.

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