[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 186 (Monday, December 16, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1279]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING MY 2024 FALL INTERN CLASS FOR THEIR SERVICE TO ILLINOIS' 
                      13TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

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                          HON. NIKKI BUDZINSKI

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, December 16, 2024

  Ms. BUDZINSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the outstanding 
class of interns who supported my office during the Fall 2024 term. 
Whether they were working in the bustling U.S. Capitol or amongst the 
cornfields of Illinois, their contributions to Illinois' 13th 
Congressional District have made a significant impact.
  In my Washington Office, I was honored to work alongside Daryl 
Salinas, Wedad Osman, Stella Linn, and Sophia Hinich. These four 
interns have worked tirelessly to support my staff, skillfully 
navigating the complexities of working on Capitol Hill. They have been 
instrumental in managing direct correspondence with our constituents, 
drafting numerous memos and letters, and assisting with in-depth policy 
research. I am especially grateful for their work in preparing my 
office to transition to the 119th Congress.
  Back in Illinois, I was honored to work with Avery Martin in my 
Champaign Office. Her commitment to constituent service by assisting my 
casework team has been tremendous, and I applaud her for the dedication 
she showed to the people of Central and Southern Illinois while also 
being a full-time student at the University of Illinois.
  The impact that these five individuals left in my office will be felt 
for years to come as we transition to the 119th Congress, and we will 
be very sad to say farewell to this spectacular group of interns. I 
thank Daryl, Wedad, Stella, Sophia, and Avery for their service. I wish 
them all the best as they continue their professional and academic 
journeys.

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