[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 108 (Wednesday, June 27, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E937]
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                 HONORING MR. JOEL ``JOE'' P. WILLIAMS

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                            HON. MARTHA ROBY

                               of alabama

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 27, 2018

  Mrs. ROBY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor my District Director 
Mr. Joel ``Joe'' P. Williams, who is leaving my office after more than 
20 years of service to Alabama's Second District.
  Joe grew up in Headland, Alabama, and graduated from Auburn 
University in 1991. Upon completion of his undergraduate degree, Joe 
attended law school at my alma mater, the Cumberland School of Law at 
Samford University, and then received a Master's Degree in Public 
Administration from the University of Alabama at Birmingham in 1997.
  Joe has served members of Congress for more than twenty years. Before 
joining my team as my District Director in 2010, Joe served on the 
staff of former Congressman Terry Everett for more than ten years. 
During his time with former Congressman Everett, he was the chief local 
contact with elected officials and community groups, and the manager of 
a range of constituent services in Congressman Everett's district 
offices.
  As a member of Congress, I know how vital it is to have a team of 
experienced and talented individuals who are familiar with the issues 
impacting the people of Alabama and who are dedicated to service. Joe 
has shown an unparalleled knowledge of Alabama's Second District, and 
he has gone above and beyond the call of duty. I am thankful for Joe's 
long tenure in my office, and I am proud to call him a dear friend.
  Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to join Joe's colleagues, family, and 
friends in honoring his successful career in Congress. I wish him all 
the best as he transitions to the External Affairs division of the 
Alabama Community College System and continues to serve the great state 
of Alabama. I congratulate Joe--his presence on Team Roby will be 
greatly missed.

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