Pelosi Statement on Retirement of Sergeant at Arms Bill Livingood

Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after House of Representatives Sergeant at Arms Wilson “Bill” Livingood announced that he will retire on January 17, 2012:

“Sergeant at Arms Bill Livingood has served the House of Representatives, and indeed the nation, with distinction. His retirement marks the end of an era defined by Bill’s dedicated leadership, sound judgment, and laser-like focus on what is best for the institution, its Members, staff, and visitors.

“In some of the most challenging times for the House, such as 1998’s deadly attack on the Capitol Police, 9/11, and this year’s horrifying attempt on Congresswoman Giffords’ life, Bill Livingood has been a steady hand. He’s overseen an era of greater security in the Capitol complex and an expansion in the responsibilities of the Capitol Police, always discharging his duties with bipartisanship and the utmost professionalism. Announcing the President at the annual State of the Union address has made Bill Livingood known in the homes of many American families, and his service of nearly 17 years, and under four different Speakers of the House, puts him in the history books.

“All Members of Congress join me in thanking Sergeant at Arms Bill Livingood for his service and wishing him and his new wife, Marilyn, all the best in his retirement.”

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