January 28, 2019 - Issue: Vol. 165, No. 17 — Daily Edition116th Congress (2019 - 2020) - 1st Session

[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E98]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO JOYCE SIBLEY

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                             HON. CHIP ROY

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, January 28, 2019

  Mr. ROY. Madam Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to one of Texas's 
longest tenured and most respected staffers, Mrs. Joyce Sibley of 
Austin. For 32 years, Joyce has served the United States Senate. During 
that time, Joyce earned a reputation as a problem solver who always 
went the extra mile for those she served.
  Joyce's resume stands among the most impressive in modem Texas 
history. She began working in government in 1971 by answering phones 
for Senator John Tower's Austin office. She later went on to work for 
Governor Bill Clements, Governor George W. Bush, and the Honorable Kay 
Bailey Hutchison.
  There are countless stories demonstrating her willingness to go above 
and beyond for Texans facing difficult challenges at home and abroad. 
During my tenure as Chief of Staff for Senator Ted Cruz, I had the good 
fortune of witnessing Joyce's invaluable expertise. It is often 
difficult to deal with the bureaucracy of the Federal Government, but 
Joyce brought confidence and a tenacious attitude to our team, and made 
tedious work look easy.
  Of all the people with whom I have worked in my career, none surpass 
Joyce with regard to her servant's heart, her grace, and her humility. 
She was the kind of colleague you could count on to support the 
Senator, myself, and all the staff. She called to offer support when 
you needed it--personally or professionally. She truly was one of the 
best in the business.
  She will now have more time to do the things she loves. We happen to 
share a love of blues and outlaw country that is unique to Austin's 
storied music scene--from Stevie Ray and Jimmie Vaughan to James 
Cotton. I am certain retirement will be filled with many live shows in 
Austin, where I look forward to celebrating the next chapter in your 
life.
  Again, I want to congratulate Joyce on her decades of service and 
extend my sincere, heartfelt thanks for the dedication and skill she 
has brought to the people of Texas. Without question, she will have a 
long-lasting impact on the State of Texas and Congressional staff for 
years to come.
  Joyce is a blessing to all who know her and while I am sad to see her 
leave this post of service, I know the Lord has much more in store for 
that great heart of hers. Godspeed, my friend.

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