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HONORING MR. VINCE SMITHERS FOR OVER 40 YEARS OF SERVICE

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On 2026-04-16, Representative Eugene Simon Vindman (D-VA-7) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING MR. VINCE SMITHERS FOR OVER 40 YEARS OF SERVICE" in the House. The speech addressed healthcare.

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HONORING MR. VINCE SMITHERS FOR OVER 40 YEARS OF SERVICE

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 67 (Thursday, April 16, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 67 (Thursday, April 16, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E338] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING MR. VINCE SMITHERS FOR OVER 40 YEARS OF SERVICE ______ HON. EUGENE SIMON VINDMAN of virginia in the house of representatives Thursday, April 16, 2026 Mr. VINDMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Mr. Vince Smithers on his 40 years of federal service. Throughout his career, including at the Office of Personnel Management within the Healthcare and Insurance arena--Mr. Smithers has exemplified professionalism, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to those around him. As a federal warrant holder, he carried out his responsibilities with the highest ethical standards, playing a critical role in supporting the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program, one of the largest employer sponsored health programs in the Nation. Though he is known for his quiet demeanor, Mr. Smithers' presence has a way of uplifting every room he enters, his colleagues describe him as a true team player--thoughtful, kind, and dedicated to fostering a healthy work-life balance within the workplace. I want to personally thank Mr. Smithers for the outstanding impact he has had on his colleagues, his workplace, and the many individuals he has served over the past four decades. His leadership and expertise reflect the very best of public service. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Mr. Vince Smithers, honoring his service and the difference he has made in our communities. I wish him all the best in his well-earned retirement and in the years ahead. ____________________

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HONORING MR. VINCE SMITHERS FOR OVER 40 YEARS OF SERVICE Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 67 (Thursday, April 16, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 67 (Thursday, April 16, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E338] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING MR. VINCE SMITHERS FOR OVER 40 YEARS OF SERVICE ______ HON. EUGENE SIMON VINDMAN of virginia in the house of representatives Thursday, April 16, 2026 Mr. VINDMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Mr. Vince Smithers on his 40 years of federal service. Throughout his career, including at the Office of Personnel Management within the Healthcare and Insurance arena--Mr. Smithers has exemplified professionalism, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to those around him. As a federal warrant holder, he carried out his responsibilities with the highest ethical standards, playing a critical role in supporting the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program, one of the largest employer sponsored health programs in the Nation. Though he is known for his quiet demeanor, Mr. Smithers' presence has a way of uplifting every room he enters, his colleagues describe him as a true team player--thoughtful, kind, and dedicated to fostering a healthy work-life balance within the workplace. I want to personally thank Mr. Smithers for the outstanding impact he has had on his colleagues, his workplace, and the many individuals he has served over the past four decades. His leadership and expertise reflect the very best of public service. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Mr. Vince Smithers, honoring his service and the difference he has made in our communities. I wish him all the best in his well-earned retirement and in the years ahead. ____________________