Sean Patrick Maloney: “I first commend my dear friend and colleague Sherry Boehlert on his service to the people of New York and the people of…”

“I first commend my dear friend and colleague Sherry Boehlert on his service to the people of New York and the people of this country. He has developed the reputation as one of the most well-respected Members of this body, and it is well-deserved. Since he came to Washington in 1983, Sherry has helped make good policy for our nation, and he has made countless friends along the way. From the minute I set foot in the halls of Congress, it became clear to me that Sherry was a colleague to whom I could look for honest opinions, respectful dialog and sound advice. It never mattered that he was on the other side of the aisle. Sherry's legislative skill is reflected in his record, which includes a rise through the ranks of the Science Committee to the Chairmanship in 2001. On that committee as well as the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, he has a long list of accomplishments. Clearly, anyone who says 'Nice guys finish last' never met Sherry Boehlert. I am glad that I have had the honor to serve with Sherry and to be able to call him my friend. I wish my colleague a long, happy and healthy life away from the Congress, and I thank him for his friendship.”