[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 51 (Friday, March 22, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E284]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





                         HONORING VINCENT BONO

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                         HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, March 22, 2024

  Ms. STEFANIK. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to honor a native son of 
Herkimer County, Vincent Bono, and to wish him well as he begins a new 
chapter in his storied career. Mr. Bono was born in Ilion, and he never 
strayed too far from home. In 1985, he settled in Schuyler, which has 
been his home ever since. In 2002, Mr. Bono was elected to represent 
Herkimer's 11th district in the county legislature, where he quickly 
became a fixture. He immediately earned the nickname ``Mr. IDA'' for 
his support for the county's Industrial Development Agency, which he 
now chairs. Vincent has been a fighter for the economic betterment of 
his beloved county since day one. Under his leadership, business parks 
in Schuyler and Frankfort were built, bringing new jobs and residents 
with them. Vincent has also been a champion for students and young 
people. One would be hard-pressed to find a more vocal advocate for 
Herkimer Community College than Mr. Bono. He takes pride in the fact 
that he began the Children's Center initiative which will be carried on 
by his trusted colleagues and go on to have a positive impact on the 
community.
  Vincent's service has not been limited to elected leadership. He has 
also served his community as a volunteer firefighter, risking his life 
to protect others. He has also contributed greatly to the work of 
numerous organizations tackling issues close to his heart. Whenever 
there has been a need for a reliable voice in Herkimer, Vincent has 
readily provided that voice.
  Vincent Bono has proven himself to be a true statesman. On behalf of 
New York's 21st Congressional District, I thank him for all he has 
contributed to life in the North Country and wish him luck as he begins 
a new chapter of his public service.

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