[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 156 (2010), Part 8]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 11569]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                 IN HONOR OF CHIEF CLERK JOANN HEDRICK

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                         HON. MICHAEL N. CASTLE

                              of delaware

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 23, 2010

  Mr. CASTLE. Madam Speaker, it is with great honor that I take the 
opportunity today to recognize the career and accomplishments of the 
retiring Chief Clerk of the Delaware House of Representatives, JoAnn 
Hedrick. Ms. Hedrick has provided three decades of invaluable service 
to Delaware's General Assembly and her presence will be greatly missed.
  JoAnn has served my home state of Delaware with dedication and grace. 
Since starting in the House Republican Caucus in 1979, she has shown 
the utmost devotion to the General Assembly. JoAnn has held the 
position of Chief Clerk for more than 25 years and has always put the 
needs of the Legislature first. She is known for going above and beyond 
the call of duty, willing to work late hours and lend a hand when 
necessary.
  In 2005, in recognition of her commitment to and outstanding efforts 
in the General Assembly, JoAnn was honored with the National Conference 
of State Legislature's prestigious Legislative Staff Achievement Award. 
She has held positions in various professional organizations including 
a leadership role in the American Society of Legislative Clerks and 
Secretary.
  It was my great pleasure to have been able to work with JoAnn during 
my eight years as Governor and I am honored to be able to recognize her 
today. JoAnn will be remembered for her loyalty and dedication to her 
profession over the years, which has brought inspiration to the staff 
and the members of Delaware's Legislature. Her service to the state of 
Delaware is commendable, and I wish her a safe and happy retirement.

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