[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 88 (Wednesday, May 24, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E485-E486]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        APPRECIATING MISS ELLE EKMAN FOR HER SERVICE ON MY STAFF

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                          HON. JOHN GARAMENDI

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 24, 2023

  Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, I rise in appreciation of Miss Elle Ekman 
for her service to the people of California's Eighth Congressional 
District as a member of my staff. Miss Ekman joined my office in 
December 2021, having previously served our country in the U.S. Marine 
Corps. Her critical firsthand experience and knowledge of the needs of 
our servicemembers made her a natural choice as Military Legislative 
Assistant in my office.
  The role of the Military Legislative Assistant is critical to my work 
serving on the U.S. House of Representatives Armed Services Committee. 
From developing innovative legislation to identifying the most pressing 
concerns facing our military, Miss Ekman's work each day ensured that I 
was able to effectively represent the brave men and women who put their 
lives on the line for our country.

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  As Military Legislative Assistant, Miss Ekman was instrumental in 
ensuring the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 
addressed the critical issues facing our servicemembers, military 
families, and military installations. In this essential legislation, 
Miss Ekman helped advance over forty legislative priorities to enhance 
our military's readiness and resiliency. Miss Ekman was an integral 
member of my D.C. staff, and her excellent work will have a lasting 
impact on servicemembers across America.
  Miss Ekman has joined the National Security Commission on Emerging 
Biotechnology, as a Senior Research Analyst. I and all the members of 
Team Garamendi wish her all the best in her new position. During her 
tenure on my staff, Miss Ekman approached her work with an upbeat 
outlook, a demonstrated ability to think outside the box, and a passion 
for innovation. These same qualities will serve her well in her future 
endeavors.
  While we will miss her, we all look forward to what Miss Ekman will 
do next. She will remain a deeply valued member of Team Garamendi, 
always.

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