[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 15 (Tuesday, February 22, 1994)]
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        TUCSON METROPOLITAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AWARD RECIPIENTS

 Mr. DeCONCINI. Mr. President, I rise today to share with the 
Senate the achievements of four individuals who have made great 
contributions to the community of Tucson, AZ. These four will be 
recognized for their efforts at a luncheon held this month by the 
Tucson Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce.
  Henry ``Hank'' Oyama, a Tucson native who currently serves as vice 
president emeritus at Pima Community College, is being recognized as 
1993 Man of the Year. Of Japanese ancestry, Hank was raised in the 
Hispanic community of Tucson, and was held in confinement as a result 
of the World War II internment program. His unique childhood background 
has made Hank a vigorous proponent of cultural dignity and civil 
rights. In the late 1950's, Hank fought the antimiscegenation laws that 
prevented him from marrying as he chose. As a National pioneer in 
bilingual education, Hank developed Pima's bilingual instruction 
program, one of the most extensive in the Nation. In addition, Hank has 
been instrumental in the passage of Federal bilingual education laws. 
Today, Hank remains active in Hispanic cultural and charitable 
organizations, and also volunteers his time as a special adviser to 
Congressman Kolbe on Hispanic affairs and United States-Mexico trade 
matters.
  Named as 1993 Woman of the Year is Linda Yocum. Linda works as 
purchasing manager for Hughes Missile Systems, and is responsible for 
the procurement requirements of four key missile production programs 
that have helped to keep the economy of Tucson strong. Prior to her 
service at Hughes, Linda worked as special projects' coordinator for 
the Tucson city manager's office. In that capacity she oversaw the 
establishment of the Downtown Redevelopment Corp. and the Industrial 
Development Authority. Linda has the distinction of being one of the 
few people to have chaired both the local government and State 
government committees of the chamber of commerce. Outside the business 
sector, Linda devotes her time as president of the board of Arizona 
Children's Home Association of which she is president.
  Receiving 1993 Founders Awards are two distinguished gentlemen. 
Robert S. Sundt formerly served as chairman of the Tucson Chamber of 
Commerce's Board of Directors. After 44 years of involvement with Sundt 
Corp., a worldwide construction firm based in Tucson, Robert retired 
last year. Robert remains active in this field, serving as a well-
respected arbitrator in construction industry disputes. Being involved 
in the construction industry, Robert is keenly sensitive to the value 
of adequate housing. Home-based community service is an active part of 
his life; Robert serves on the board of directors of Shalom House, a 
90-day transitional housing program for economically homeless women and 
children.
  Also receiving a Founders Award is David M. ``Mac'' Lovitt. Mac has 
founded a number of financial services companies in Tucson. In addition 
to devoting his energies to these endeavors, Mac has demonstrated a 
lifelong commitment to volunteer service. Among the Tucson 
organizations that have benefited from Mac's selfless commitment are 
St. Mary's Hospital and the Tucson Botanical Gardens. As chairman of 
the University of Arizona's Century II campaign, Mac helped raise 
nearly $200 million for university programs.
  Mr. President, here we have four examples of individuals who have 
skillfully combined professional careers with generous service to the 
Tucson community. I would like to ask that the Senate add its voice to 
the many in Tucson thanking these individuals for their unselfish 
commitment to their fellow citizens, and congratulating them on their 
receipt of these distinguished awards.

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