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HONORING J. MARK SWEENEY ON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS

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On 2025-03-11, Representative Bryan Steil (R-WI-1) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING J. MARK SWEENEY ON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS" in the House. The speech addressed trade policy.

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HONORING J. MARK SWEENEY ON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS

Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 45 (Tuesday, March 11, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 45 (Tuesday, March 11, 2025)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E205-E206] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING J. MARK SWEENEY ON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS ______ HON. BRYAN STEIL of wisconsin in the house of representatives Tuesday, March 11, 2025 Mr. STEIL. Mr. Speaker, on behalf of myself and the Committee on House Administration Ranking Member Joe Morelle, I rise today to recognize J. Mark Sweeney, Principal Deputy Librarian of Congress, for his exemplary service to Congress and the American people upon his retirement. Mr. Sweeney began his career at the Library in 1985 as a Library Technician, sorting, organizing, and shelving government publications. Nearly forty years later, he retires as one of the agency's most impactful leaders, leaving behind a commendable legacy of public service. His legacy includes advancing several critical Library-wide initiatives that have enhanced the Library's services and enriched its offerings to users. Since stepping into the role of Principal Deputy Librarian in 2018, he has provided executive leadership to further the institution's priorities, including leading a process to develop and launch a user-centered strategic plan and improving the visitor experience for Americans traveling to the Library's Thomas Jefferson Building on Capitol Hill. His strong management skills also successfully guided the Library's operations through the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. As Associate Librarian for Library Services, beginning in 2015, he was responsible for acquiring, securing, and preserving the Library's universal collections. His career contributions include playing an instrumental role in preserving and ensuring access to hundreds of years of American newspapers, from the eighteenth century to the present. His work with the United States Newspaper Program, along with his leadership in expanding digital accessibility within the National Digital Newspaper Program, continues to serve as a model of national cooperation in preserving important aspects of America's cultural heritage for Congress, researchers, and future generations. [[Page E206]] Throughout his distinguished career in public service, Mr. Sweeney has held multiple positions at the Library, including Chief of the Preservation Reformatting Division, Chief of the Serial and Government Publications Division, Chief of the Humanities and Social Sciences Division, and Director of Preservation, among other roles. On behalf of the Committee on House Administration, Ranking Member Morelle and I commend Mr. Sweeney for his many years of dedication and outstanding contributions to the Library of Congress. ____________________

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HONORING J. MARK SWEENEY ON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 45 (Tuesday, March 11, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 45 (Tuesday, March 11, 2025)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E205-E206] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING J. MARK SWEENEY ON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS ______ HON. BRYAN STEIL of wisconsin in the house of representatives Tuesday, March 11, 2025 Mr. STEIL. Mr. Speaker, on behalf of myself and the Committee on House Administration Ranking Member Joe Morelle, I rise today to recognize J. Mark Sweeney, Principal Deputy Librarian of Congress, for his exemplary service to Congress and the American people upon his retirement. Mr. Sweeney began his career at the Library in 1985 as a Library Technician, sorting, organizing, and shelving government publications. Nearly forty years later, he retires as one of the agency's most impactful leaders, leaving behind a commendable legacy of public service. His legacy includes advancing several critical Library-wide initiatives that have enhanced the Library's services and enriched its offerings to users. Since stepping into the role of Principal Deputy Librarian in 2018, he has provided executive leadership to further the institution's priorities, including leading a process to develop and launch a user-centered strategic plan and improving the visitor experience for Americans traveling to the Library's Thomas Jefferson Building on Capitol Hill. His strong management skills also successfully guided the Library's operations through the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. As Associate Librarian for Library Services, beginning in 2015, he was responsible for acquiring, securing, and preserving the Library's universal collections. His career contributions include playing an instrumental role in preserving and ensuring access to hundreds of years of American newspapers, from the eighteenth century to the present. His work with the United States Newspaper Program, along with his leadership in expanding digital accessibility within the National Digital Newspaper Program, continues to serve as a model of national cooperation in preserving important aspects of America's cultural heritage for Congress, researchers, and future generations. [[Page E206]] Throughout his distinguished career in public service, Mr. Sweeney has held multiple positions at the Library, including Chief of the Preservation Reformatting Division, Chief of the Serial and Government Publications Division, Chief of the Humanities and Social Sciences Division, and Director of Preservation, among other roles. On behalf of the Committee on House Administration, Ranking Member Morelle and I commend Mr. Sweeney for his many years of dedication and outstanding contributions to the Library of Congress. ____________________