[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 148 (Thursday, September 29, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1414]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               HONORING CHIEF OF STAFF, JACQUELINE ELLIS

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                            HON. BARBARA LEE

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 28, 2016

  Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to remember a truly dedicated 
public servant and a great friend, Jacqueline Ellis.
  I was heartbroken to learn of her recent passing. Jacqui was a 
trusted and devoted staffer to Congressmen Al Green, Congressman Major 
Owens, and the late Senator Howell Heflin. She was a longtime advocate 
and mentor for people of color, especially African American women, 
working on Capitol Hill.
  The entire Capitol Hill family will miss her dearly, but we will 
treasure our fond memories that were created with her over her 30 years 
of selfless public service. I know my Chief of Staff also viewed Jacqui 
as a mentor and my entire staff will dearly miss her. We will remember 
the many gifts that Jacqui possessed, and we will miss her commitment 
to social justice, her gentle spirit, and her humbleness. Jacqui was a 
role model to many on Capitol Hill and a fierce advocate for people 
from all walks of life.
  I extend my sincere condolences to Jacqui's family, loved ones, her 
colleagues in Congressman Green's office, and to all those who served 
with her over the years. She will be sorely missed.

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