[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 71 (Wednesday, April 26, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E539]
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               A GRATEFUL THANK YOU TO A TRUSTED ADVISOR

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                         HON. MICHAEL T. McCAUL

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 26, 2017

  Mr. McCAUL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the professional 
achievements and dedication of Cindy Simms who recently began the 
newest chapter of her esteemed career of public service in the 
Executive Office of the President. Cindy was most recently my Director 
of Member Services and a Senior Advisor for the House Homeland Security 
Committee. Her insight was an invaluable asset to my Committee and 
Cindy's vision and determination allowed her to grow in her role as a 
vital part of the Committee's daily operation and strategy.
   Cindy has been involved in politics at all levels of government 
which has contributed to her breadth of knowledge and keen political 
mind. A native Californian, Cindy began her career working for a state 
senator before joining the Schwarzenegger gubernatorial campaign and 
later working in the governor's office as a legislative analyst. Cindy 
then answered her professional calling and moved to the East Coast 
where she served in the George W. Bush White House at the Office of 
National Drug Control Policy. She later worked for both the Department 
of Homeland Security and Coast Guard, focusing her efforts on issues of 
national defense.
   We relied heavily on Cindy's leadership and outreach as the Director 
of Member Services for the Homeland Security Committee. Cindy is a true 
professional and a trusted advisor. Her influence, however, extended 
across the Committee as she assisted the offices of all Republican 
Members. Cindy worked tirelessly to keep Members and staff engaged in 
Committee activities and went out of her way to facilitate 
opportunities for every single one of the 18 Republicans on the 
Committee. Her legacy lives on in the tremendous growth in outreach we 
have experienced during her tenure here. I will always be grateful for 
the personal relationships she built with the Members of this 
Committee, myself included, as well as the professional relationships 
she grew with outside coalitions and stakeholder groups to enhance the 
Committee's involvement and influence.
   The White House is lucky to have Cindy on their team. Her political 
insight, professional demeanor, and strong relationships built during 
her time on Capitol Hill will be a great asset to President Trump. Her 
work ethic, determination to grow, and innovative vision make Cindy an 
excellent fit to work in the highest office in the land.

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