[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 15 (Monday, January 30, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E100]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         HONORING SCOTT GRAVES

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                        HON. JODEY C. ARRINGTON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, January 30, 2017

  Mr. ARRINGTON. Mr. Speaker, Scott Graves is a proud alumnus of my 
alma mater, Texas Tech University, and has championed West Texas and 
agriculture production since he arrived in Washington twelve years ago.
  Beginning in his early days with Chairman Conaway, Scott worked hard 
to meet and listen to agriculture producers across the state to learn 
about their everyday operations and develop policy solutions for the 
industry.
  As Scott grew in his policy expertise and legislative advocacy, he 
gained the trust and confidence of the agriculture industry and his 
colleagues on the Hill.
  Scott rose quickly as a leader among his peers. Chairman Conaway 
recognized his value and leadership when he promoted him to Chief of 
Staff and then ultimately Staff Director of the House Agriculture 
Committee where he has been instrumental in laying the foundation for 
the 2018 Farm Bill.
  I know it will be hard to replace a champion for West Texas and Rural 
America like Scott. Our region and country have been profoundly blessed 
by the contributions of Scott C. Graves.
  God bless you, Scott, and your family as you step off the Hill to 
start the next chapter of your life. And, welcome back to the great 
state of Texas.

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