[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 73 (Monday, April 27, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E367]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





                        RECOGNIZING JOHN COVERT

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                        HON. BRITTANY PETTERSEN

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, April 27, 2026

  Ms. PETTERSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to thank Mr. John Covert of 
Aurora, Colorado, for over seven years of service as Chief Capital 
Campaign Officer to The Action Center and to congratulate him on his 
retirement.
  John served for more than seven years on the executive board of The 
Action Center, a Lakewood-based non-profit providing family services 
and financial support to community members. Throughout his time on the 
board, John's dedication, expertise, and skilled leadership helped to 
provide financial stability for the organization by increasing funding 
to fulfill 75 percent of the Action Center's fundraising goal. With 
John's help, the Action Center supported thousands of community members 
with free clothing, food, family services, and financial coaching.
  Before serving at The Action Center, John spent 25 years volunteering 
at other community organizations, including as Director of Marketing 
and Development at the Glory Center, Director of Development at 
Families of Character, and Divisional Director of Development of the 
Salvation Army. Throughout his years of service, John has improved the 
lives of thousands of Coloradans. Although his departure from The 
Action Center will be felt deeply by those he served, John's lasting 
contributions to the organization and our community are invaluable and 
will continue to impact Coloradans for years to come.
  On behalf of the people of Colorado's 7th Congressional District, it 
is my honor to congratulate Mr. John Covert on his retirement and thank 
him for his service to our community.

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