[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 148 (Wednesday, November 30, 1994)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E]
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[Congressional Record: November 30, 1994]
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                         TRIBUTE TO JIM BACCHUS

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                     HON. DOUGLAS ``PETE'' PETERSON

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 29, 1994

  Mr. PETERSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, today the House of 
Representatives will say farewell to a gentleman who has proven himself 
to be one of the most respected, dedicated, and conscientious Members 
to have ever served in this body.
  The Honorable Jim Bacchus of the 15th District of Florida has spent 
the last 4 years of his life working diligently in the Congress to 
ensure a better future for his constituents, for Floridians, and for 
all Americans. Jim has always exemplified those values that make public 
service such a noble endeavor.
  His hard work, professionalism, compassionate judgment, and 
remarkable knowledge of the issues, especially in the areas of science, 
technology, banking, and trade, have had a lasting impact on numerous 
major laws that were passed by this House over the last two terms. 
Jim's record of public service reflects great personal sacrifice on his 
behalf and that of his family.
  Mr. Speaker, Congressman Bacchus is leaving this chamber as a model 
legislator whose efforts helped make America stronger, and I am honored 
to have served with him over the last 4 years. He will be missed as an 
insightful advisor, a responsible legislator, and a pretty good 
roommate. Jim has a bright future in either the private or public 
sector, so we will all see him again as a national leader. He is a true 
friend and a great American, and I am sure I join all of my colleagues 
as I wish him and his family the very best.

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