[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 112 (Friday, August 1, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1589]
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                    TRIBUTE TO LT. GOV. BOB BULLOCK

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                       HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 31, 1997

  Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to 
honor one of Texas's truly dedicated political leaders, the retiring 
Lieutenant Governor of Texas, Mr. Bob Bullock. He has devoted his life 
to service to the citizens first, and secondly to his State. His 
integrity and political contributions to the State are a testament to 
his career in politics.
  On Thursday, June 5th, 1997, Texas' most admired and cherished 
political leader announced he would not run for re-election as 
Lieutenant Governor. After 40 years of service to the great State of 
Texas, Bob Bullock decided to set aside public office and spend more 
time wit his family and friends.
  Mr. Bullock attended the University of Texas Tech and received his 
law degree from Baylor University. While still attending law school, 
Bob Bullock was elected the Texas State House of Representatives in 
1956. This was the beginning of his long career as a public servant. 
After serving 3 years as a State representative, he left office to 
practice law in a private firm.
  He is often referred to as ``outspoken and fearless,'' and over his 
career in politics has run in six statewide elections of which he has 
never lost. After serving in the Air Force, he was elected to the Texas 
House of Representatives. After leaving his seat he worked in private 
law practice serving as legal counsel to the Governor. He used his law 
background to serve as Texas' attorney general.
  In his tenure as a political leader in Texas, Bullock has 
accomplished many things. They include advocating voting rights of 18-
year-olds, being first elected comptroller to implement an equal 
employment opportunity program, revamping the State education fund, and 
creating the State's first water conservation-management plan.
  Bullock has earned the reputation as bringing a ``Superman'' power to 
the position of Lieutenant Governor.
  Bob Bullock is a tradition in Texas. He is the epitome of management 
and leadership. He has brought dignity and success to Texas' governing 
body. Many have described him as, ``. . . a man of enormous willpower 
and strength. When you want somebody in the trenches with you, you want 
Bob Bullock.''
  Mr. Speaker I ask all of my colleagues to rise with me in tribute and 
take a moment to recognize the dedication and contribution of a great 
political leader, Mr. Bob Bullock.

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