[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 138 (Saturday, October 28, 2000)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1976]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           MEMORIAL TRIBUTE TO THE HONORABLE SIDNEY R. YATES

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                             HON. JOE SKEEN

                             of new mexico

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 26, 2000

  Mr. SKEEN. Mr. Speaker, it is with great regret and sadness that 
America has lost a dedicated public servant, the Honorable Sidney 
Yates.
  I served with Sid on the House Appropriations Subcommittee on 
Interior when he chaired the Committee and when he was the ranking 
member. Even though we had our philosophical differences, Sid was a 
fair chairman and an effective member of the committee. He supported 
priorities for my district in New Mexico even though he may not have 
been completely in agreement. But he knew it was important to my 
constituents so he went along with my request.
  Over the years, Sid and I developed a friendship that was 
characterized by mutual respect, humor and a common goal of public 
service. We understood each other's priorities and respected one 
another for the principles we stood for and our commitment to serve our 
country in the legislative branch of the federal government.
  His passion for the arts, his firm resolve to preserve our natural 
resources and his devotion to Native Americans personify Sid's legacy.
  When Sid retired from the House of Representatives nearly two ago, 
members of this House gave Sid the appropriate acknowledgment for the 
many years of service to our country. I'm pleased that Sid was present 
to witness the appreciation for his service.
  We will miss Sid. His family remains in our thoughts and in our 
prayers.

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