[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 214 (Thursday, December 17, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1170]
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                       IN HONOR OF BILL WARD, JR.

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                            HON. JOHN JOYCE

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, December 17, 2020

  Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
Bill Ward, Jr. of Blair County, Pennsylvania for his service to 
Pennsylvania's 13th Congressional District on the 2020 U.S. Service 
Academy Nomination Committee.
  Nominating exceptional candidates to attend our nation's service 
academies is one of my most important responsibilities in Congress. 
During this process, I rely on members of the Service Academy 
Nomination Committee, which is comprised of dedicated volunteers who 
have served our nation with distinction.
  Bill is one of nine academy alumni who graciously volunteered their 
time to meet with and evaluate perspective nominees for the Class of 
2025. As a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland, 
Bill knows firsthand the qualities and dedication that are critical for 
succeeding at the academies. He provided wise counsel and expertise 
throughout the nominating process, and I am grateful for his time and 
commitment.
  Bill Ward, Jr. is an outstanding Pennsylvanian and American, as well 
as an excellent role model for future academy students. On behalf of 
the 13th District of Pennsylvania, it is my honor to recognize Bill for 
his service to our community and our nation.

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