[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 97 (Friday, June 6, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E539]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         HONORING MY LONGTIME POLICY DIRECTOR, ELIZABETH JOSEPH

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                           HON. MICHAEL GUEST

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, June 6, 2025

  Mr. GUEST. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize my former Policy 
Director, Elizabeth Joseph, for her service to the people of the Third 
Congressional District of Mississippi. Elizabeth joined my office with 
an impressive resume, having worked for Senator Thad Cochran and 
Congressman Gregg Harper. Elizabeth started with me when I was sworn 
into office in January 2019 and brought a wealth of knowledge that 
helped lay a solid foundation for my office.
  A native of Clinton, Mississippi, Elizabeth earned her bachelor's 
degree from the University of Mississippi and was inducted into the Ole 
Miss Hall of Fame in 2010. Elizabeth also completed her Masters of 
Public Affairs at the University of Texas, researching the power of 
social media for members of Congress. Her impressive research was 
published through the Congressional Research Service.
  Elizabeth helped build a legislative team in my office that makes 
Mississippi a priority every day. Elizabeth's knowledge of healthcare 
and defense issues, among others, has been recognized throughout her 
career. While serving on my team, Elizabeth was presented with the 
prestigious Patrick Henry Award from the National Guard Association of 
the United States. Elizabeth's dedication to our national defense has 
been instrumental to Mississippi and our Nation.
  Elizabeth led sessions each year throughout the Third Congressional 
District with local leaders and elected officials. These sessions 
helped to build both relationships with the communities we serve and a 
greater understanding of the appropriations process, which has resulted 
in a high acceptance rate for community project funding requests 
submitted by my constituents.
  I am honored to have had Elizabeth Joseph on my staff these last 6.5 
years. My team and I will greatly miss her smile, expertise, and 
dedication to Mississippi. Elizabeth will continue her service to the 
United States Congress at the Senate Appropriations Committee's Labor, 
Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies 
Subcommittee. This is a huge honor for her and for the state of 
Mississippi. I thank Elizabeth for her dedication to my team, for 
laying a great foundation, and for always supporting fellow 
Mississippians. I am thankful to have had so many great years with her 
on my team. I wish Elizabeth the best in her new role.

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