[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 54 (Monday, March 28, 2022)]
[House]
[Pages H3892-H3893]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    REMEMBERING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF THE HONORABLE DONALD E. YOUNG

  (Mr. McCARTHY asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute.)
  Mr. McCARTHY. Madam Speaker, tonight, Congress opens back up for the 
first time in 49 years without Congressman Don Young, and this Chamber 
is going to feel a big hole, especially, off to my left in the back 
side in that chair. No one in here has assigned seating, except our 
dean did.
  For the first time in 49 years, we will not hear Don's booming voice 
yelling ``regular order.''
  For the first time in 49 years, we won't see that big smile or 
friendly laugh.
  For the first time in 49 years, we won't hear that strong voice when 
it comes to an issue about Alaska. But we will never forget him or the 
legacy he leaves behind.
  Don taught all of us, and especially me, three big lessons.
  First, he taught us how to fight for what you believe in, regardless 
of party.
  Second, he taught us how deep a love can be for your own family, and 
savor every moment together.
  Third, he reminded us of what an honor it is to serve our 
constituents.
  We will miss Don deeply. But more importantly, we will not forget 
him.
  Madam Speaker, I ask that the House rise to observe a moment of 
silence for our dean, Congressman Don Young.

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