[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 107 (Wednesday, June 26, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E667]
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    HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF REP. GEORGE NETHERCUTT, FORMER 
              CONGRESSMAN FOR WASHINGTON'S FIFTH DISTRICT

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                            HON. ADAM SMITH

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 26, 2024

  Mr. SMITH of Washington. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life 
and legacy of former Congressman George Nethercutt, who passed away 
recently.
  Former Congressman George Nethercutt served in the United States 
House of Representatives from 1995 to 2005, representing Washington's 
Fifth Congressional District.
  Congressman Nethercutt was an influential force who led with 
character and conviction and embodied what it truly means to be a 
member of Congress. He proudly served the Fifth District for a decade, 
traveling around the state and back and forth to D.C. to serve his 
constituents and deliver on issues important to our state. During his 
time in Congress, he sat on the House Appropriations Committee and co-
founded the Congressional Diabetes Caucus.
  After serving in Congress, Congressman Nethercutt spent much of his 
time working to promote civic education and government service among 
our younger generations, an effort that demonstrated his commitment to 
public service.
  Congressman Nethercutt is a shining example of leadership for elected 
officials in Washington State and across the country. My thoughts are 
with his loved ones and our entire state as we mourn this incredible 
loss.

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