[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 110 (Friday, June 23, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H3132]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             HIGHLIGHTING THE SERVICE OF LEWIS LYMAN SUMNER

  (Ms. BALINT asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. BALINT. Mr. Speaker, I often say that Vermont is held together 
with duct tape, twine, and hundreds of volunteer hours.
  I rise today to highlight the work of Lewis Lyman Sumner. His 54-year 
commitment to the Halifax community has been immeasurably impactful. He 
served for over half a century on the Halifax Select Board and gave 6 
years of service to the National Guard. He is also a 50-year member of 
the Grange--such incredible public service.
  The Sumner family has deep roots in Halifax and has been a staple in 
that community since they settled there in 1783. Lewis and his family 
continue to operate their family farm.
  Lewis served his community as emergency management director for eight 
FEMA disasters, working tirelessly to keep Vermonters safe during these 
emergencies.
  Lewis and his wife, Laura, are both dedicated public servants. Laura 
served as town clerk for 43 years until her retirement in 2010.
  I close by thanking Lewis, Laura, and their family for their years of 
service to southern Vermont.

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