[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 100 (Monday, June 13, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E611]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING KEVIN SPRAGUE FOR HIS 30-YEAR CAREER WITH THE U.S. ARMY 
                           CORPS OF ENGINEERS

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                           HON. JACK BERGMAN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, June 13, 2022

  Mr. BERGMAN. Madam Speaker, it is my honor to recognize Kevin Sprague 
for his 30 years of service with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 
(USACE). Over the last three decades, Kevin's steadfast devotion to the 
Soo Locks and the Upper Peninsula has ensured the economic and 
operational success of the locks and made him an indispensable part of 
Michigan's First District.
  A graduate of South Lyon High School and Lawrence Technological 
University, Kevin worked as a mechanical engineer in the private sector 
before joining the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in June 1992. 
Throughout his 30-year career with USACE, he served as surveyor, 
Assistant Chief of the St. Mary's River Section, Chief of Soo Lock 
Operations, Chief of Facility Maintenance Branch, Assistant Soo Area 
Engineer, and Soo Area Engineer--a position he has held for 12 years.
  Kevin's efforts have played a crucial role in the success of the Soo 
Locks, which is a vital infrastructure system for not only the Great 
Lakes region, but the entire country. His leadership overseeing the 
operations and ongoing expansion of the Soo Locks have greatly 
benefited the region.
  In addition to this project, Kevin worked diligently to improve the 
Soo Area Office to benefit his coworkers and community. This included 
reorganizing the local office to provide more opportunities in 
professional development, improving budgetary capabilities, and 
addressing safety concerns for workers. Over the pandemic, he also 
assisted in converting three storage containers into intensive care 
units (ICUs) for those affected by COVID-19. These efforts brought 
needed relief and assistance to the local community, and USACE's 
collaboration with local medical exports helped this project become a 
huge success.
  Madam Speaker, it's my honor to recognize Kevin Sprague for his 30 
years of service with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Michiganders 
can take great pride in knowing the First District is home to such a 
dedicated and selfless citizen. On behalf of my constituents, I wish 
Mr. Sprague all the best in his future endeavors.

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