[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 162 (2016), Part 6]
[House]
[Page 7433]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




           CELEBRATING THE PUBLIC SERVICE OF RUTH RICHARDSON

  (Mr. HULTGREN asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. HULTGREN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the long and 
fruitful public service of a member of my staff, Ruth Richardson.
  With degrees from Aurora and Northern Illinois Universities, Ruth 
began her career as an admissions counselor at Aurora University.
  In 1990, she started her service to the U.S. House of Representatives 
as a caseworker in the office of Congressman Dennis Hastert. The 
caseworker plays a central role in a congressional office as the 
primary advocate for constituents having challenges with the Federal 
Government, and Ruth excelled at her job.
  For 26 years, she worked tirelessly to help seniors who were having 
trouble obtaining their Social Security benefits or to help veterans in 
search of medical care or military acknowledgement of their service, 
and she spearheaded the U.S. annual Congressional Art Competition to 
showcase the young talent in Illinois.
  To many, Ruth has been a strong ally navigating the intricate and 
arcane Federal bureaucracy. I was thrilled Ruth joined my team when I 
first entered Congress in 2011, and she has delivered professional and 
caring service to the 14th District residents. Everyone who comes in 
contact with Ruth is warmed by her selfless heart and willingness to 
help. In many ways, she is irreplaceable, and we will greatly miss her 
as she retires at the end of this month.
  Ruth, it is now time for you to enjoy your family and your next 
adventure in life. Don't be a stranger to the office. And may God bless 
you in your retirement.

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