[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 204 (Tuesday, December 12, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1208]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




CELEBRATING THE RETIREMENT OF TEMPLE, TX CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PRESIDENT 
                           AND CEO ROD HENRY

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                          HON. JOHN R. CARTER

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, December 12, 2023

  Mr. CARTER of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I'm honored to celebrate Temple, TX 
Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Rod Henry as he embarks on his 
richly deserved retirement after decades of devoted public service. He 
leaves behind a rich legacy of accomplishment and will remain an 
example of excellence for all who follow.
  With integrity, honesty, and transparency, Rod has served 10 years as 
the President and CEO of the Temple Chamber of Commerce. Under his 
leadership, the Chamber has enhanced the success of members, provided 
opportunities for business owners, leaders, and their employees to 
learn and grow, and has served as a thoughtful and effective voice for 
the business community.
  With his infectious ``can do'' spirit, Rod lives his life in service 
to others. Over his 46-year career, he has devoted his talents and 
energies to numerous community and professional organizations that make 
the world a better place and make cities like Temple great places to 
call home.
  While Rod isn't tired of the privilege of public service, he knows 
that everything has its season. But stepping away from the Chamber 
won't give him much idle time as looks forward to watching Temple's 
continued growth and spending time with his beloved wife Benita and 
their family.
  Retirement marks not the end of a career, but the beginning of a 
great adventure. As Rod Henry embarks on this new chapter in life, I 
thank him for his exceptional work, remain grateful for our friendship, 
and wish him the very best.

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