[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 24 (Tuesday, February 27, 2001)]
[Senate]
[Page S1639]
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     SENATE RESOLUTION 29--HONORING DALE EARNHARDT AND EXPRESSING 
   CONDOLENCES OF THE UNITED STATES SENATE TO HIS FAMILY ON HIS DEATH

  Mr. EDWARDS (for himself and Mr. Helms) submitted the following 
resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, 
and Transportation.

                               S. Res. 29

       Whereas the Senate has heard with great sadness of the 
     death of Dale Earnhardt in a tragic accident;
       Whereas Dale Earnhardt, a native of Kannapolis, North 
     Carolina, represents a genuine American success story, rising 
     from poverty to become a racing legend and accomplished 
     businessman;
       Whereas Dale Earnhardt became the first driver to follow 
     Rookie of the Year honors in 1979 with the Winston Cup 
     championship the next year;
       Whereas Dale Earnhardt is tied only with Richard Petty in 
     winning seven Winston Cup Series titles during his 26 years 
     in racing;
       Whereas Dale Earnhardt followed in his father's footsteps 
     as a stock car driver, and earned the nickname ``The 
     Intimidator'' for his aggressive racing style with which he 
     went on to win 76 career races, including the 1998 Daytona 
     500;
       Whereas Dale Earnhardt was not only devoted to the sport of 
     racing, but to his family as the loving husband of Teresa, 
     and loving father of Taylor Nicole, Dale Jr., Kelley, and 
     Kerry;
       Whereas Dale Earnhardt's love for life and countless 
     contributions to family and the State of North Carolina serve 
     as an inspiration to millions;
       Whereas Dale Earnhardt contributed significantly to the 
     growth and popularity of NASCAR in America through his 
     support of and dedication to racing;
       Whereas fans across the nation mourn the untimely loss of 
     one of NASCAR's greatest champions;
       Whereas in days following the passing of Dale Earnhardt, 
     fellow drivers and NASCAR officials repeatedly referred to 
     him as ``the greatest driver in the history of the sport'':
       Now, therefore,be it
       Resolved, That the Senate--
       (1) Recognizes that the world has too soon lost one of its 
     most beloved sports heroes and one of the greatest drivers in 
     racing history; and honors him in his devotion to life, 
     family, and motor sports; and
       (2) expresses its deep and heartfelt condolences to the 
     family of Dale Earnhardt on their tragic loss.

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