[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 129 (Thursday, August 6, 2026)]
[Senate]
[Page S4508]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      TRIBUTE TO REBECCA R. BRILES

  Mr. TILLIS. Mr. President, I rise today to recognize and congratulate 
Rebecca Redding Briles on over 30 remarkable years of dedicated service 
to the people of North Carolina.
  Rebecca began her public service career with Congressman Bill Cobey 
before joining Congressman Howard Coble's office in 1995 as a 
caseworker and community outreach representative. Working in a one-
person district office, she managed all constituent requests for the 
region while serving as a trusted liaison between North Carolinians and 
the Federal Government. She provided expert assistance on a wide range 
of issues involving Federal agencies, represented the Congressman at 
community events throughout North Carolina's Sixth Congressional 
District, and built lasting relationships with constituents, local 
leaders, and public officials through her unwavering commitment to 
public service.
  Rebecca continued her dedication to serving North Carolinians in 
Congresswoman Renee Ellmers' office from 2013 to 2015 as director of 
constituent services. In this leadership role, she managed operations 
across two district offices, mentored a team of constituent liaisons, 
and ensured that constituents received responsive, compassionate, and 
effective assistance.
  In 2015, Rebecca brought that same leadership and steadfast 
dedication to my office as regional director of constituent advocacy. 
She has been a trusted resource, providing expert assistance on 
immigration and U.S. Department of State matters. Her work has helped 
employers secure critical workforce talent through successful visa 
coordination, including support for businesses expanding operations in 
North Carolina. She has also been a tireless advocate for veterans and 
Social Security beneficiaries.
  When a North Carolina family faced severe financial hardship, Rebecca 
worked tirelessly to expedite the processing of their Social Security 
benefits. With the family's home on the brink of foreclosure, her 
persistent advocacy secured the timely release of those benefits, 
allowing them to remain in their home during a time of great need. This 
example reflects the compassion, persistence, and effectiveness that 
have defined Rebecca's work throughout her distinguished career.
  Rebecca Redding Briles' lifetime of service to North Carolina stands 
as a testament to the extraordinary impact one dedicated public servant 
can make in the lives of others. I congratulate Rebecca on this well-
deserved recognition and thank her for her unwavering commitment and 
compassionate service to the people of the great State of North 
Carolina.

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