[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 18 (Friday, January 28, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E74-E75]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             HONORING BROOKE BARNARD FOR EXEMPLARY SERVICE

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                            HON. KAY GRANGER

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, January 28, 2022

  Ms. GRANGER. Madam Speaker, I rise to pay tribute to Brooke Boyer 
Barnard for her exemplary dedication and service to our nation. Since 
2007, Brooke has worked for the House Appropriations Defense 
Subcommittee, most recently as the Professional Staff Member overseeing 
significant funding for the United States Navy and Marine Corps.
  Brooke is a proud native of Fairfax Station, Virginia, and is the 
daughter of Gary and Cathy Boyer. She earned a bachelor's degree in 
Economics at the University of Virginia and a master's degree in Public 
Policy from George Mason University.
  Brooke started her career in 2003 as a Budget Analyst for the United 
States Army. In 2007, Brooke transitioned to begin her storied career 
with the House Appropriations Committee. Over the course of her time on 
the committee, Brooke has overseen a wide range of accounts for the 
Department of Defense. As one of the most seasoned and trusted staff 
members, Brooke has played a key role in some of the most important 
decisions relating to the Department of Defense over the past 15 years. 
Over the past six years, Brooke directly oversaw all procurement and 
research, development, testing, and evaluation accounts for the 
Departments of Navy and Marine Corps. With her insights and deep 
understanding of these programs, we, as a committee, were able to make 
informed decisions to keep our nation safe. Simply put, we are better 
off because of Brooke's tremendous service.
  In January, Brooke accepted an exciting opportunity with a leading 
defense company. While I am disappointed that she will no longer be on 
our staff, I am looking forward to seeing the great impact she has in 
shaping how industry can successfully partner with the Department of 
Defense.
  Over the years, I have come to know Brooke as an honest broker and a 
friend. My

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colleagues and I on the Appropriations Committee are extremely grateful 
for her contributions to our important work. I look forward to the day 
we can finally convince her to return to us.
  On behalf of a grateful nation, I join my colleagues today in 
recognizing and commending Brooke for her service to our country, and 
we wish her all the best as she continues her service to the United 
States.

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