April 10, 2019 - Issue: Vol. 165, No. 62 — Daily Edition116th Congress (2019 - 2020) - 1st Session

[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E444]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      REMEMBRANCE OF MICHAEL PRATT

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                           HON. RODNEY DAVIS

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 10, 2019

  Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor 
the life of Michael ``Mike'' Pratt, who passed away on March 30th of 
this year. Mike Pratt worked as a Logistics and Support Specialist 
under the Chief Administrative Officer since November 2006. During 
those years, he worked diligently throughout the U.S. Capitol in his 
support role providing special event and furniture moving services to 
the Capitol and the Capitol Visitor Center.
  Mike was a well-known face throughout the Capitol for his superior 
work supporting major events, such as multiple State of the Union 
Addresses, Presidential Inaugurations, Congressional Gold Medal 
Ceremonies, Congressional Transitions, and various other events that 
took place here in our nation's capital. However, what ingratiated Mike 
to the many offices and employees in the Capitol was his commitment to 
his day-to-day tasks.
  It is the dedicated service of Mike and his colleagues that allow the 
U.S. House of Representatives to function seamlessly on a daily basis. 
Mike is survived by his long-time girlfriend, Renika Bridges and son, 
Caliea ``Spunky'' Hill. We remember him as a true professional and 
remain grateful for his many years of service to Congress. I extend my 
deepest condolences to his family, friends, and co-workers. He will be 
missed.

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