[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 171 (Thursday, October 1, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E909]
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                     IN RECOGNITION OF MARK ANTHONY

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                         HON. LAUREN UNDERWOOD

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 1, 2020

  Ms. UNDERWOOD. Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize Mark Anthony for 
his service in my office in Washington, D.C.
  Mark joined our office as a legislative fellow and served as an 
advisor for my work on the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs, in 
addition to handling a policy portfolio that included defense, foreign 
affairs, agriculture, and trade. Among other accomplishments, he 
coordinated legislation to improve mental health care delivery at the 
VA and worked with our agricultural community to navigate the 
challenges of COVID-19 and ongoing trade tensions. Mark was 
instrumental in the development and introduction of the Lethal Means 
Safety Training Act, the Veterans in STEM Act, and the No Coronavirus 
Copays for Veterans Act.
  Mark's professionalism, work ethic, and dedication were invaluable 
assets throughout his time in my office. I commend his drive to advance 
mental health and suicide prevention services for veterans and to 
improve outcomes for women veterans and younger veterans. Although Mark 
may be leaving our office, our veterans in northern Illinois and our 
community members who support and honor them will continue to benefit 
from the results of his hard work and expertise.
  Prior to joining my staff, Mark earned a Bachelor of Science from 
George Mason University and served our country as an officer in the 
United States Marine Corps, where he deployed twice in support of 
Operation Enduring Freedom. I am grateful he chose to continue his 
career in public service by joining my office. Our office will miss his 
kindness, diligence, and friendship.
  Madam Speaker, I would like to formally thank Mark Anthony for his 
service to my office, to lllinois' 14th Congressional District, and to 
our country.

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