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Recognizing Brian ``hooty'' Adam

Floor Speech

Date: Nov. 18, 2025
Location: Washington, DC

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Mr. EZELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a distinguished public servant from Hancock County, Mississippi, Brian ``Hooty'' Adam, who will retire on December 21, 2025, after more than four decades of serving his community.

Hooty began his career in 1985 as a firefighter, answering the call when his neighbors needed him most. In 2003, he became director of Hancock Emergency Management Agency, a role he has carried with steady leadership for 22 years.

During that time, he guided the county through countless emergencies; destructive storms; and, most notably, the unimaginable challenges of Hurricane Katrina. Through every crisis, Hooty was a source of strength--calm, prepared, and fully committed to protecting the people of Hancock County, Mississippi. His leadership saved lives, strengthened emergency response across our region, and set a standard of service that we should all admire.

Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in thanking Hooty Adam for his extraordinary dedication and in wishing him the very best in his well-earned retirement.

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