On the recordMay 25, 2011
Mary Jane McCarthy will retire at the end of May after more than 23 years of service to the U.S. Senate. As one of the official reporters of the debate in the Senate, Mary Jane and her colleagues ensure that the debates and votes of the Senate can be read by future generations. Mary Jane started her professional career as a free-lance reporter in 1972 by recording government hearings at the Federal Trade Commission. Since that time, she has reported hearings and proceedings at the Federal Aviation Administration, and the National Labor Relations Board. In the Senate, Mary Jane developed a reputation for understanding the intricacies of this legislative body. With her years of experience, Mary Jane knows the nuances of the parliamentary procedures so well that she is often asked to train new reporters when they enter the Senate. I am sure many of her colleagues have benefitted from her instruction. I am proud to have worked with Mary Jane and I appreciate her important contributions to the Senate. I know I speak for the Senate family as we wish you the best in your future endeavors. ____________________
