[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 166 (Tuesday, November 12, 2024)]
[House]
[Pages H5948-H5949]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




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     MOMENT OF SILENCE IN REMEMBRANCE OF THE HONORABLE DAVID HOBSON

  (Ms. KAPTUR asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute.)
  Ms. KAPTUR. Mr. Speaker, today, I rise, along with my dear colleagues 
on both sides of the aisle, as dean of the Ohio delegation with a very 
grateful but heavy heart as we honor the memory of our distinguished 
former Ohio colleague, Congressman David Hobson, who passed away on 
October 6, 2024.
  David was a true patriot, dedicated to accomplishing innovative and 
tangible results and projects of merit. To all of his colleagues, he 
was a personal friend whose impact will be felt for generations. He 
embodied a joy of life. It was fun to know Dave, and he devoted his 
life to his family and serving the people of greater Springfield and 
Ohio.
  His 18-year tenure in Congress was marked by his enthusiasm, 
remarkable perseverance, and relentless commitment to achieve results. 
As he ascended to significant roles, including

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as ranking member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy 
and Water Development and Related Agencies and chair of the House 
Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, 
and Related Agencies, he distinguished himself with unwavering 
dedication to the defense and sustainment of our country.
  What set David apart was his precious ability to work across the 
aisle, and this is a legacy other Members could do well to learn from. 
He not only valued bipartisanship, but he thrived on it. His 
achievements from the shores of Normandy, France, to Springfield, 
Ohio's betterment are a testament to his profound tenacity, legacy of 
service, and leadership.
  His wit and humor brought light to our discussions, and his insights 
were invaluable.
  We all will sorely miss his visits, his laughter, and his unceasing 
efforts to improve the living conditions for his constituents and all 
of America.
  Today, all of us extend our deepest sympathies to his beloved wife, 
Carolyn; his children, Susan, Lynn, and Doug; and his family, 
constituents, and friends.
  As we remember Congressman Hobson today, let us carry forward his 
exemplary spirit of service and dedication, and may his soul rest in 
eternal peace. May his legacy inspire us all.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues if they could please join us in a 
moment of silence in recognition of his good life.
  Mr. Speaker, I yield to the gentlewoman from California.
  Ms. PELOSI. Mr. Speaker, I thank Congresswoman Kaptur for calling to 
the attention of our colleagues the distinguished service of David 
Hobson.
  When she said he worked across the aisle, that is exactly what he 
did, with respect for the dignity and the views of all of us in this 
body.
  I had the privilege of traveling with him to theaters of war, with 
him and Jack Murtha, his pal. I have had the joy of enjoying the candy 
that he would bring from Ohio, saying it was the best chocolate candy 
ever.
  I also had deep gratitude to him for what he did to help us with the 
Presidio in San Francisco, for our appropriations funding, again 
reaching across the aisle.
  This was a very special person, a person full of joy but very serious 
about the legislation and very committed to bipartisanship in the body. 
It was an honor to serve with him. I join in extending condolences to 
his family.
  Mr. Speaker, I thank his family for sharing him with us. David Hobson 
was a blessing to our country.

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