[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 133 (Thursday, July 29, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E851]
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   IN APPRECIATION OF MS. TESSA E. BROWNE FOR HER SERVICE ON MY STAFF

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                          HON. JOHN GARAMENDI

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 29, 2021

  Mr. GARAMENDI. Madam Speaker, I rise today in deep appreciation of 
Ms. Tessa E. Browne for her service to the American people as a member 
of my staff.
  Ms. Browne joined my office in February 2019, having worked 
previously for former Secretary of Energy Dr. Ernest J. Moniz following 
his departure from the Obama Administration. She was referred to us by 
the office of U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-CA), and after just one 
meeting we hired her on the spot.
  The Scheduler is widely considered to be one of the most demanding 
and critical staff positions in any Congressional office. From ensuring 
that I made it to cast votes on the floor of the House of 
Representatives, join Committee proceedings, or attend meetings with 
foreign dignitaries and the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Ms. Browne's work 
each day ensured that I was able to carry out my duties as a Member of 
Congress.
  In addition to serving as my Scheduler, Ms. Browne has also served as 
my Digital Director. From day one in that role, she helped to 
revitalize and significantly increase our online engagement across my 
social media channels. Many of my highest-performing social media posts 
occurred during her tenure, for which I am grateful. She raised the bar 
for my office's social media presence and set an example that I will 
hold my staff to for years to come.
  This fall, Ms. Browne will be pursuing her Master of Public 
Administration at Columbia University's School of International and 
Public Affairs in New York City. I and all the members of Team 
Garamendi wish her the very best in her graduate studies. During her 
tenure on my staff, Ms. Browne demonstrated an unfaltering work ethic, 
approached every task with upbeat enthusiasm, and cared deeply for her 
colleagues and those around her. These same qualities will serve her 
well in her future endeavors.
  While we will miss her deeply, we all look forward with anticipation 
to what Ms. Browne will do next and expect great things. She will 
remain a deeply valued member of Team Garamendi, always.

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