[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 120 (Tuesday, June 30, 2020)]
[House]
[Page H2681]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            COMMEMORATING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF RIK PAULSEN

  (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to 
commemorate the life and legacy of Rik Paulsen.
  Rik Paulsen was a committed community leader, a dedicated sailor, and 
a dear friend of mine for many years. He passed away on Sunday, May 24, 
at the age of 78.
  Mr. Speaker, a graduate of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Rik 
truly lived up to the academy's motto, Acta Non Verba, or Deeds Not 
Words.
  I have had the pleasure of working with Rik as he served on the 
Service Academy Selection Board in my district for more than 30 years. 
It was an honor to have his input and his help while choosing the best 
and brightest men and women to nominate for service to our Nation's 
Armed Forces. Rik was truly passionate about service and was committed 
to helping these students fulfill their dreams of serving this country.
  Mr. Speaker, Rik's wife, Pamela, and the rest of the Paulsen family 
are in my thoughts and prayers. He will truly be missed.

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