[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 211 (Friday, December 22, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1260]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   HONORING SENATOR JIM PERRY FOR HIS SERVICE TO THE PEOPLE OF NORTH 
                                CAROLINA

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                          HON. RICHARD HUDSON

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, December 22, 2023

  Mr. HUDSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Senator Jim Perry for 
his great service to the state of North Carolina and to offer my best 
wishes as he enters the next chapter of his career.
  Earlier this month, Jim announced that he would not file for re-
election for the North Carolina Senate after serving three terms. Jim 
has served in the state senate since 2019, and in that time, did much 
to support his constituents of the 2nd district and the state as a 
whole. He is a staunch supporter of North Carolina's agricultural 
industry, rural communities as well as our military personnel. What's 
more--Jim is a leader within the Senate itself, currently serving as 
Chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, and is a Member of the 
Committees on Commerce and Insurance Health Care, Redistricting and 
Elections and Rules and Operations of the Senate. In his time, he's 
served in leadership roles on numerous other Committees. Furthermore, 
he also serves as Majority Whip, to which he was elected unanimously 
during his first term in office.
  Jim is a born and bred son of North Carolina, great American and dear 
friend. Jim's dedication to service and constant willingness to step up 
when needed is commendable and inspiring. It has been an honor serving 
the people of North Carolina alongside him and I wish him the best in 
all his future endeavors.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me today in recognizing Senator Jim Perry 
for his service to our community and the great state of North Carolina.

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