[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 135 (Friday, August 12, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E846]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   HONORING PHILIP BRYCE OF THE NEW HAMPSHIRE DIVISION OF PARKS AND 
                               RECREATION

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                           HON. CHRIS PAPPAS

                            of new hampshire

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, August 12, 2022

  Mr. PAPPAS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Philip Bryce of the 
New Hampshire Division of Parks and Recreation who is retiring after 25 
years of service to the community. Prior to his most recent service as 
the Director of the Division of Parks and Recreation for the past 11 
years, Philip served his community as the Director of the Division of 
Forest and Lands.
  Philip has dedicated his distinguished career to preserving our 
state's public lands. His love of nature began when he spent summers 
with his grandparents in Ontario and continued to grow as he studied 
forestry at the University of Maine. During his tenure as Director of 
the Division of Parks and Recreation Philip managed nearly 100 parks, 
including lakes, beaches, trails, and forests, and oversaw a $30 
million operating budget that is entirely self-funded.
  New Hampshire's state parks provide Granite Staters with outstanding 
educational and inspirational experiences. They provide vital services 
in the conservation of our natural lands and are special places of 
cultural and natural significance. Philip's leadership and dedication 
has been integral to the continued success of these parks.
  On behalf of my constituents in New Hampshire's First Congressional 
District, I want to thank Philip for his continued dedication to the 
Granite State. I congratulate him again on his incredible career and 
wish him the best in retirement.

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