[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 100 (Thursday, May 28, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E498]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       CONGRATULATING THOMAS ``TOM'' TROMPETER ON HIS RETIREMENT

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                            HON. ADAM SMITH

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 28, 2020

  Mr. SMITH of Washington. Madam Speaker, I rise to honor and 
congratulate Thomas ``Tom'' Trompeter, President and CEO of HealthPoint 
in Washington State, on his retirement.
  Tom Trompeter's career spans over 30 years in the non-profit, 
healthcare, and social services sectors. Tom began his career as 
Executive Director for Northwest Regional Primary Care Association 
(NWRPCA) and the Association of Community and Migrant Health Centers in 
Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. Tom left NWRPCA as CEO before 
moving on to work at Community Health Centers of King County, now known 
as HealthPoint. In 1998 Tom transitioned into the roles of President 
and CEO at HealthPoint and has dedicated 20 years of his career in 
those roles.
  Tom's three prominent areas of impact at HealthPoint were public 
policy to support the expansion and financial health of community 
health centers, developing vital partnerships and networks to 
strengthen the work being done by HealthPoint, and good stewardship as 
a passionate and dependable leader.
  Tom led with the belief that when we make even one person healthier, 
we help not only that one person, but also that person's whole 
community. And that's both a privilege and a gift. It is clear Tom has 
led with that belief from the beginning. Tom has guided HealthPoint's 
growth to its current state of over 17 comprehensive primary care 
centers that provide innovative, integrated care beyond traditional 
healthcare models.
  Tom's influence can be seen in the 100,000 plus patients served 
annually, 900 current employees, and the students who have had the 
opportunity to learn under Tom's leadership and go on to pursue a 
career in community health.
  Madam Speaker, it is with great admiration that I recognize and 
congratulate Tom Trompeter on his retirement and the legacy he will 
leave in the healthcare community in Washington State.

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