[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 201 (Wednesday, December 6, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H6155]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         HONORING GARY PETERSON

  (Mr. NEWHOUSE asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute.)
  Mr. NEWHOUSE. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize Gary Peterson, a 
dedicated leader hailing from the Tri-Cities, who tragically lost his 
battle with cancer this past month.
  It saddens me that rather than announcing his next greatest 
achievement, I am instead here to mourn his passing.
  Gary was known throughout central Washington, the United States 
Capitol, and the Department of Energy as a fierce advocate for the 
interests of the Tri-Cities.
  His leadership in our communities proved fruitful for decades, 
sparking both economic development and innovation for the citizens of 
central Washington.
  His advocacy for the Hanford cleanup mission has been the cornerstone 
of the success of our region, and I am in awe of the impact he has made 
over the years.
  His immense knowledge, wisdom, and understanding of our community's 
priorities was matched by so few, and I have no doubt his name will go 
down in history with the names of people like Sam Volpentest and Bob 
Ferguson.
  Gary's legacy includes leading advocacy for the Pacific Northwest 
National Laboratory's campus, supporting the advancements of the 
Hanford cleanup mission, and advocating for the growing local economy 
at TRIDEC.
  He will be known as a loving husband, father, grandfather, and 
personal friend. He will be missed, but his legacy will continue to 
live on.

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