[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 127 (Tuesday, July 20, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E786]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  HONORING THE LIFE OF RICHARD RAINEY

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                          HON. MARK DeSAULNIER

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 20, 2021

  Mr. DeSAULNIER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the life of 
Richard ``Dick'' Rainey.
  Dick was born in Oregon in 1938. His parents were loggers, so Dick 
grew up spending a lot of time outdoors. Following high school, Dick 
joined the United States Navy and served for four years. He then 
pursued a career in law enforcement and joined the Compton Police 
Department. In 1964, Dick moved to Contra Costa County where he joined 
the Sheriff's Office. He spent 28 years there and was promoted through 
the ranks, but also continued his education and earned an associate's 
and bachelor's degree while working. In 1978, Dick was elected as the 
Contra Costa County Sheriff. During his tenure as Sheriff, he oversaw 
the construction of new jails in Martinez and Richmond.
  When he retired as Sheriff, Dick turned to politics. He represented 
parts of Contra Costa and Alameda counties in both the California State 
and the California State Senate. He then went on to serve as a Regional 
Director of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development under 
the George W. Bush Administration.
  Dick is remembered as a compassionate, genuine man who dedicated his 
life to helping others. In his personal life, he enjoyed traveling and 
spending quality time with his children and grandchildren.
  Sadly, Dick passed away this month. He was a mentor to me, and he 
will be dearly missed. Please join me in honoring Dick Rainey for his 
leadership and many contributions to our community.

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