[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 83 (Wednesday, May 17, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E455]
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                        HONORING MR. RICK BUCHER

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                          HON. FRANK J. MRVAN

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 17, 2023

  Mr. MRVAN. Mr. Speaker, it is with great respect and admiration that 
I rise to honor Mr. Rick Bucher and to wish him well upon his 
retirement from his position as Assistant to the Director for United 
Steelworkers (USW), District 7. Rick has devoted his life to the 
hardworking members of USW, and for his tireless dedication, he is to 
be commended. Mr. Bucher will be retiring on May 31, 2023, after 45 
years with USW. Mr. Bucher's lifetime of service will be recognized at 
a dinner taking place on May 23, 2023, at Blue Chip Hotel and Casino in 
Michigan City, Indiana.
  On May 22, 1978, Rick Bucher began his career with USW Local 6103 in 
Portage, Indiana, when he was hired into National Steel's Midwest 
Division. Rick started out as a pipefitter with the title of Mechanical 
Repair Technician 1 in the Cold Roll and Sheet Finishing Maintenance 
division. Over time, Mr. Bucher's commitment to his union brothers and 
sisters and to ensuring their rights in the workplace became apparent 
as he ventured into union leadership roles. With local 6103, he served 
two terms as Assistant Griever then two terms as Griever for Zone 1 
before serving an additional two terms as Grievance Chairman.
  Throughout the years, Rick's leadership qualities and commitment to 
those with whom he worked and served were undeniable. This led to his 
appointments to various positions within USW, including International 
Staff Representative, District 7 Sub 5 Director, and ultimately, 
Assistant to the Director for USW District 7.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and my other distinguished colleagues 
join me in commending Rick Bucher for his many contributions to USW 
District 7 and to his fellow union brothers and sisters. Rick is the 
embodiment of the unwavering dedication and loyalty exemplified by the 
hardworking members of United Steelworkers. For his lifetime of 
exceptional service and outstanding leadership, Rick is worthy of the 
highest praise, and I wish him well upon his retirement.

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