[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 177 (Thursday, December 8, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1652]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




RECOGNIZING BELLA RUBIO FOR HER 20 YEARS OF DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE TO 
                   REAL COUNTY AND THE STATE OF TEXAS

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                            HON. LAMAR SMITH

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, December 8, 2016

  Mr. SMITH of Texas. Mr. Speaker, today I want to recognize Bella 
Rubio for 20 years of dedicated public service to Real County and the 
State of Texas.
  Bella currently serves as county and district clerk for Real County, 
the western-most county that I represent. She is retiring but her 
legacy will live on for years to come in the towns of Leakey and Camp 
Wood in Real County.
  Bella has been a dear friend to me and my staff for two decades. She 
is well-respected in her community and has helped me greatly in serving 
Real County at the federal level. For anyone in Real County needing 
assistance with the government, Bella has been there for them. She is 
dedicated, persistent, and conscientious.
  Apparently, Bella has inspired a spirit of public service in her son, 
Lucus, who is now interning in my San Antonio district office.
  Congratulations to Bella Rubio on her retirement. Everyone who knows 
her appreciates her many contributions to Real County. She is a 
patriot, a leader, and a friend to all. And for all that she deserves 
our heartfelt thanks.

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