TRIBUTE TO WILLIAM "BILL" HOWARD RICHARDSON

On 2026-07-27, Senator David McCormick (R-PA) delivered a floor speech titled "TRIBUTE TO WILLIAM "BILL" HOWARD RICHARDSON" in the Senate.

TRIBUTE TO WILLIAM "BILL" HOWARD RICHARDSON

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 122 (Monday, July 27, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 122 (Monday, July 27, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S4281] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] TRIBUTE TO WILLIAM ``BILL'' HOWARD RICHARDSON Mr. McCORMICK. Mr. President, I rise today to recognize a distinguished American, William ``Bill'' Howard Richardson, on the occasion of his 90th birthday. Born on July 31, 1936. Bill has led a life of extraordinary consequence: as a devoted family man, a Navy veteran, an esteemed educator, a civic leader, an avid environmentalist, and, to those who know him best, a much-admired bohemian spirit. A 1958 graduate of Yale University, Bill went on to serve his country in the U.S. Navy aboard an icebreaker, before returning home to earn his MBA from NYU. He built a distinguished career as a respected educator and civic leader, settling in northern California alongside his beloved wife Betsy. Together, they raised four children, and Bill now delights in the joy of 11 grandchildren. Bill has a legacy of love and family that spans generations. In honor of this milestone birthday, and as our Nation celebrates 250 years of independence, a flag was flown over the U.S. Capitol on July 4 of this year in tribute to Bill's life and service. Today, we join with Bill's many friends and family to celebrate the love, respect, and affection we hold for this special man and to wish him continued health and happiness in the years ahead. ____________________