[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 186 (Tuesday, November 27, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1561]
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                   TRIBUTE TO JOHN WESLEY LAINHART IV

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                           HON. GREGG HARPER

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 27, 2018

  Mr. HARPER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and service 
of John Wesley Lainhart IV, the first Inspector General of the U.S. 
House of Representatives, who died Tuesday, September 25, 2018. Mr. 
Lainhart was appointed as the Inspector General on November 14, 1993, 
and was reappointed for the One Hundred Fourth Congress and the One 
Hundred Fifth Congress. Jointly appointed by the Speaker, Majority 
Leader, and Minority Leader, Mr. Lainhart was responsible for 
conducting periodic audits of the financial and administrative 
functions of the House. He retired from Federal service on April 1, 
1999.
  John is remembered for his commitment to excellence in serving the 
House of Representatives. Among his many accomplishments, John's 
leadership was instrumental in overseeing the first comprehensive 
financial audit of the House. His generosity in sharing knowledge and 
expertise with others and dedication to this institution continue to 
inspire many today.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me in honoring the life and memory of John 
Wesley Lainhart IV.

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