[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 79 (Monday, May 8, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E616]
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                       RECOGNIZING JESSICA NALEPA

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                         HON. MICHAEL T. McCAUL

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 8, 2017

  Mr. McCAUL.  Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Jessica Nalepa, 
an outstanding member of my staff who is transitioning out of my office 
after seven years to share her talents with the administration.
  A Virginia native, Jessi interned in my office while she was in 
school at George Mason University where she earned her Bachelor of Arts 
in Government & International Politics and Communications, graduating 
cum Laude. Despite her East Coast upbringing, Jessi soon became an 
honorary Texan through and through.
  Her outstanding work as an intern swiftly led her to become a 
permanent part of my team as the Director of Scheduling. Continuing to 
demonstrate her talents and work ethic, she moved through the ranks of 
my office fast: first from Scheduler to Deputy Chief of Staff and then 
ending her service to me as my Chief of Staff
  Jessi has been an integral part of my team and has served dutifully 
as a public servant to Texas-10 and the entire state. She also played 
an instrumental role in my personal growth here in Congress when she 
helped me in my campaign to become Chairman of the House Homeland 
Security Committee during the 113th Congress.
  Possibly the toughest part of Jessi's job was balancing my duties to 
serve Texans through my personal office and simultaneously ensure the 
safety of all Americans through my work on the committee. Despite the 
challenges this posed on a daily basis, Jessi always went above and 
beyond. She managed these dynamics with professionalism, integrity, and 
a high degree of respect for the people who we serve. And, I'll add she 
accomplished all of this while earning a Master's Degree in Public 
Policy Analysis from George Mason University.
  Jessi's dedication to Texas' 10th Congressional District and the U.S. 
House of Representatives is an extraordinary example of her strong 
commitment to her country and fellow citizens. Even though she is 
departing my office, Jessi will always be part of Team McCaul and I 
will be forever grateful for her work.
  Jessi is possibly the hardest worker I have had the honor to know, 
and she will be sorely missed by all.
  Mr. Speaker, I invite my colleagues to join me in thanking Jessi for 
her service to the great state of Texas and our nation, and wish her 
the very best of luck as she sets forth on the next chapter of her 
life.

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