[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 194 (Thursday, November 4, 2021)]
[House]
[Page H6197]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   WELCOMING THE HONORABLE MIKE CAREY TO THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

  The SPEAKER. Without objection, the gentlewoman from Ohio (Ms. 
Kaptur) is recognized for 1 minute.
  There was no objection.
  Ms. KAPTUR. Madam Speaker, today, we have the additional distinct 
pleasure of welcoming Representative Mike Carey of Sabina, Ohio, to the 
117th Congress and to Ohio's Buckeye State congressional delegation.
  Ohio is truly the industrial heartland of America, and the 15th 
Congressional District embodies our region's aspirations and struggles.
  The hardworking men and women of south central Ohio hold high hopes. 
They have sent Representative Mike Carey to advance progress for Ohio 
and America. We know he will champion the cause of workers and families 
so all can succeed.
  We all can imagine how very proud his family and friends are at this 
unforgettable moment.
  From assuring America's energy independence and deploying broadband 
internet, to rebuilding our roads, bridges, and power grid, 
Representative Mike Carey will bring his experience to bear with the 
energy industry to move Ohio and America forward and secure good-paying 
jobs for the middle class.
  All of us here today are excited to welcome determined, dogged 
Representative Mike Carey and to get to work delivering new prosperity 
across our great State and Nation.
  Madam Speaker, I yield to the gentleman from Ohio.
  Mr. CAREY. Madam Speaker, first, I am humbled to stand here today to 
serve in the people's House as a product of the small town of Sabina, 
Ohio.
  I thank my family: my wonderful wife, Meghan, who is home with our 
young son Conrad while we are preparing to welcome a new son into the 
world in just a couple of weeks; also, my incredible son Prescott; my 
brother Chad; and my loving mother, Debra, who are all here today in 
the gallery.
  To the people of Ohio's 15th District, from our smallest towns to our 
State capital in Columbus, I am truly honored that you have entrusted 
me with this solemn duty. Whether you work on a farm, own a small 
business, or are a large employer, I promise to fight for our district 
and to represent you all with dignity and respect.
  The problems facing our Nation today are great and consequential. 
Working families need this body to deliver solutions. Today, I am ready 
to work for the people of my district and for this great Nation.

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