[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 106 (Wednesday, June 21, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E868]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 IN RECOGNITION OF PATRICIA RICHARDS FOR HER CAREER AS A PUBLIC POLICY 
                    ADVOCATE WITH MARATHON PETROLEUM

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                          HON. DEBBIE DINGELL

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 21, 2017

  Mrs. DINGELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Ms. Patricia 
Richards upon the occasion of her retirement from Marathon Petroleum 
Corporation. Ms. Richards has been a strong advocate for energy 
policies that benefit working Americans throughout her career.
  Ms. Richards began her career with Marathon as a state government 
affairs representative, serving in the states of Florida, Indiana, 
Kentucky and Ohio. In these roles, Ms. Richards distinguished herself 
as a knowledgeable representative with deep knowledge of the industry 
as well as the regulatory environment ofthe states in which she worked. 
As a result of her success in these roles, Ms. Richards was named 
director of Marathon Oil Corporation's Federal Government Affairs. In 
this position, Ms. Richards was responsible for helping formulate the 
company's policies addressing safety and environmental standards at the 
federal level. She was then promoted to head of office for Marathon 
Petroleum Corporation's Federal Government Affairs Office in 
Washington, D.C., where she utilized her public policy expertise to 
advocate for policies that help MPC serve its customers and the 
communities in which it operates.
  Ms. Richards' work with Marathon has been critical to the growth and 
success of the organization. As a result of Ms. Richards' efforts, MPC 
has achieved distinction as a leading company that has created good-
paying jobs throughout the Midwest while maintaining a focus on 
customer service and satisfaction. Additionally, Ms. Richards has been 
active in the Washington, D.C. community, working with various 
nonprofits and charitable organizations and remaining engaged with the 
community at large. Her advocacy, efforts, and deep knowledge of the 
industry have made her an effective public policy professional for over 
30 years, and her expertise will be missed as she retires after a 
distinguished career.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Ms. Patricia 
Richards for her career with MPC. Ms. Richards has effectively served 
the company and the community through her leadership and hard work.

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