Honoring Congressman John Dingell on his Retirement

Floor Speech

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Ms. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, the life and career of the Dean of the
House, John Dingell has been remarkable and historic.

John has been a friend . . . colleague . . . and a true leader in
Congress.

During his nearly 60 years serving in the House . . . John has served
with passion and integrity. His commitment to public service and deep
understanding of this institution has been unmatched.

John has shaped policies that have improved the lives of countless
Americans. From backing landmark Civil Rights legislation, to ensuring
our environment is protected by authoring the Clean Air Act, Clean
Water Act and Endangered Species Act.

Most significantly, John has never given up on the fight for
affordable, quality health care for all Americans. Early in his career,
he helped to pass Medicare, and achieved what he set out to accomplish
with passage of the Affordable Care Act in 2010.

There is no question that his work here will have a lasting impact on
Congress . . . and this country . . . for generations to come.

It has been an honor to serve with John on the Energy & Commerce
Committee . . . where I have had the privilege to work with him on a
number of issues, including helping to spur clean energy manufacturing
jobs in this country; and helping American small businesses export
their clean energy products and services abroad.

I thank him for his service and his friendship. John, I wish you
nothing but the best in your next adventure. You will be truly missed
in this body.

I also look forward to working with your wife, Congresswoman Elect
Debbie Dingell, in the coming years on important issues facing our
country.

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