[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 85 (Tuesday, May 19, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E461-E462]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF PUBLIC SERVICE HOUSING DIRECTOR STEVEN KELSO

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                            HON. MIKE FLOOD

                              of nebraska

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 19, 2026

  Mr. FLOOD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and service of 
Steve Kelso, a quiet, humble and dedicated public servant whose passing 
is being deeply felt across Nebraska.
  Steve devoted more than 40 years to Nebraska's housing industry and 
public service. Through hard work, integrity and deep expertise, he 
rose from an entry-level housing manufacturing position to lead the 
Nebraska Public Service Commission's Housing and Recreational Vehicle 
Department. Colleagues knew him as unfailingly friendly and 
approachable, but also deeply committed to protecting public safety and 
ensuring high standards across the housing industry.
  Steve's service extended far beyond state government. He devoted 
countless hours as a volunteer firefighter, emergency medical 
technician and EMS instructor, helping train first responders in small 
towns and rural communities across Nebraska. Even while battling 
cancer, Steve continued assisting others and serving his community 
until his final days.

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  Those who knew Steve will remember his humor, kindness and 
extraordinary commitment to community. Steve Kelso was, in every sense, 
a quintessential Nebraskan.
  On behalf of the people of Nebraska, I extend heartfelt condolences 
to his family, friends, coworkers and all those whose lives he touched 
through his years of service.

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