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Download official Senate Record PDFReturn to issue contextMr. McCONNELL. Madam President, I rise today to honor County Judge-Executive Albey Brock for his 19 years of service to the people of Bell County, KY. Since 2007, Albey has presided over Bell County's Fiscal Court, working closely with constituents on local initiatives while creating and administering the county budget. He is a proud eastern Kentuckian whose longtime dedication and service to the region warrants recognition.
ensure eastern Kentuckians have access to critical infrastructure. During the pandemic, I partnered with Albey to secure Federal funding for the Middlesboro-Bell County Airport which sustained the airport's daily operations, protected jobs, and offset additional costs. We also worked together on conservation efforts to secure Fern Lake so the people of Middlesboro and residents throughout the county have access to a significant water source and attraction at Cumberland Gap National Park.
Our work didn't stop there. Albey and I also worked together to secure Pineville Hospital's future when it threatened to be closed. Through all these partnerships and collaborative efforts, Albey repeatedly demonstrated his commitment to the future of his community and its economic interests.
eastern Kentucky. From his advocacy efforts at the national level on behalf of coal miners to making sure his constituents benefit from local economic development, he has a keen eye for the human impact of policy decisions. As a county judge-executive, this skill is one of the most important, and I applaud his impressive dedication to his neighbors.
development, showing up when it matters. This includes the Mountain Laurel Festival—Kentucky's oldest, continuous festival—held every year in Bell County. I have been able to attend on several occasions, and it is always good to see Albey out in the community. Not only does he show up, but Albey also knows how to deliver results for the people he represents, and I am grateful for his hard work.
immediate community and worked to improve not just his county, but the region at large as well. As his time leading Bell County comes to an end, I want to take a moment today to honor his service. I wish him the best in this next chapter of his life, and I am sure he looks forward to spending more time with his wife Bitha as they enjoy time with their children and grandchildren.