[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 196 (Wednesday, December 12, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1649-E1650]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   HONORING MRS. TORRIE MILLER MATOUS

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                            HON. MARTHA ROBY

                               of alabama

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 12, 2018

  Mrs. ROBY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor my former Chief of 
Staff, Mrs. Torrie Miller Matous, for her years of service to the 
American people, State of Alabama, and Alabama's Second Congressional 
District.
   Torrie grew up in Montgomery, Alabama, and she earned her B.A. with 
honors from Southern Methodist University in Dallas. Just days after 
graduation, Torrie moved to Washington, D.C., and began what would 
become a nearly decade-long career on Capitol Hill.
   Prior to joining my staff in 2017, Torrie served for more than five 
years on the staff of United States Representative Pete Sessions as a 
Communications Director and later the House Committee on Rules. Torrie 
then went on to serve as the Communications Director for United States 
Senator Richard Shelby and several of his committees including the 
Committee on Appropriations, the Committee on

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Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs, and the Committee on Rules and 
Administration.
   Torrie now serves as the Director of the Office of External Affairs 
for the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board. Torrie's extensive 
background on the Hill makes her more than qualified for this new 
position, and I am confident her experience will serve her well. I know 
that she will help lead this organization forward, and I have no doubt 
that she will continue to have a successful career for years to come.
   During her time on Team Roby, Torrie led with a sense of grace and 
confidence. Her attention to detail, ability to connect with 
constituents and elected officials alike, and outstanding work ethic 
will be missed in our office. I am thankful for Torrie's time on my 
staff, and I will always consider her and her husband Kyle true 
friends.
   Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to join Torrie's colleagues, family, 
and friends in honoring her successful career in Congress and her 
dedicated service to the American people and Alabamians. I wish her all 
the best. Congratulations, Torrie.

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