[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 184 (Wednesday, December 11, 2024)]
[House]
[Pages H6806-H6807]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        RECOGNIZING RYAN JARMULA

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from 
Indiana (Mr. Pence) for 5 minutes.
  Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and express my 
gratitude to a long-time trusted adviser for the Pence family.
  Ryan Jarmula, my chief of staff, has been a part of this team since 
the very

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beginning. He counseled my brother, Michael, first, working with him in 
this body and then the Governor's office.
  President Trump saw his incredible value, leading to Ryan's service 
in the Trump-Pence administration Office of Speechwriting, in which he 
helped me in my term here. His future was limitless, but to my good 
fortune, Ryan agreed to join my team when I was elected to office.
  For years, he has been my eyes and ears in the district, giving my 
constituents the support that they deserved while I was here in 
Washington. From scheduling to communications to policy, Ryan can do it 
all.
  Despite Ryan's expertise, he is a humble man. He would never ask 
anyone to do something he isn't willing to do himself. A leader can 
only be respected to the extent he respects others, and Ryan 
exemplifies this principle. Our staff is successful because they are 
led by someone who sees their value, someone who supports them and 
wants the best for their future.
  I would not have been the legislator I am without his wise counsel, 
levelheadedness, and strong spirit.
  As we close this chapter in Congress, I am beyond grateful for Ryan, 
his beautiful family, and his friendship, and I look forward to 
watching his career unfold.
  Mr. Speaker, may God bless Ryan.


                      Recognizing Lani Czarniecki

  Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor one of the most trusted 
advisers and a dear family friend of all the Pences. Since 2001, Lani 
Czarniecki has counseled the Pence family as the longest-serving Pence 
staffer.
  When my brother, Michael, started in the House of Representatives, he 
needed someone he could trust back in the district. He found that in 
Lani.
  When Michael returned to Indiana as Governor, Lani faithfully 
followed him to support our State. In the White House, Lani was one of 
the first people who Michael hired.
  I myself was blessed when Lani agreed to join my office, giving me 
aid and support in a way no one else could.

  Lani knows Indiana and service, but even more so, Lani knows people, 
and everybody knows Lani. He is a people person, someone who never 
meets a stranger. Always a calming presence in the room, everyone who 
meets Lani is immediately drawn to him. They see his kindness and 
character from the very first moment they meet him.
  Lani is a role model for what public service should be. Throughout my 
time in office, I have turned to his counsel time and time again, 
knowing that he will always tell me the truth.
  Indiana and this country are better because of Lani's work, and I am 
a better man because of Lani. I cannot thank him enough for his years 
of service, and I look forward to many more years of friendship to 
come.
  Mr. Speaker, may God bless Lani.


                        Recognizing Misty Hollis

  Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to take a moment to honor a dear 
friend and public servant in Richmond, Indiana, and throughout the 
State of Indiana.
  Any Republican who seeks office in Indiana would do well to consider 
Misty Hollis' trusted counsel. In fact, Misty was one of the first 
calls I placed when I declared myself a candidate for this seat some 7 
years ago.
  Misty has long served as the Sixth District Republican chair and was 
named in 2015 as the Indiana Federation of Republican Women's Woman of 
the Year.
  Misty is the executive director and CEO of the Richmond Family YMCA, 
served two terms on the Richmond Common Council, and served in roles 
for Wayne County and Richmond Community Schools.
  Misty is a true public servant and role model for so many. She gives 
so much of her time, talent, and treasure to better her community. Even 
throughout her recent health struggles, Misty has always put others 
first. I cannot say enough how much we care for and admire Misty and 
her beloved husband, Tim.
  We thank them both for their friendship, and may God bless Misty 
Hollis.

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