[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 163 (Thursday, November 29, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2176]
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                    PAYING TRIBUTE TO DEBBIE TAMLIN

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 29, 2001

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to 
recognize an outstanding individual from Ft. Collins, Colorado. Over 
the years Debbie Tamlin has distinguished herself as a business 
executive, a community leader, and a vital participant in our political 
process. Debbie's achievements are impressive and it is my honor to 
recognize several of those accomplishments today.
  Debbie was raised in Colorado and received a Bachelors of Arts in 
Communication Disorders from Colorado State University. In 1978, she 
received her Colorado Real Estate Sales License followed by her brokers 
license in 1980. Since then she has immersed herself in an outstanding 
real estate career and served in numerous capacities of support for her 
field. She has served as Director for the National Association of 
Realtors, President of the Women's Council of Realtors, founding member 
of the Northern Colorado Legislative Alliance, Director of Colorado 
Association of Realtors, and the Director of Fort Collins Association 
of Realtors.
  To help serve her community and State, Debbie has given her time and 
energy to the political process by providing guidance and support to 
aspiring political candidates. She has been a driving force in the 
Colorado Republican Party and worked on campaigns in various capacities 
for county commissioners, Congressmen, Senators, and even President 
George W. Bush. Debbie has also given her time to noble efforts in the 
community such as founding the Convention and Visitor's Bureau and 
serving as a leader in groups such as Citizens for the Protection of 
Personal Property Rights, the Women's Development Council, and the 
Colorado Women's Leadership Coalition.
  Mr. Speaker, Debbie Tamlin's list of achievements has not been 
overlooked during her career and her efforts have been repeatedly 
awarded over the years. It is now my honor to congratulate Debbie on 
her most recent and well-deserved award from her own community, the 
Realtor of the Year award. Debbie has been a model citizen for the 
community and I extend my thanks to her for her efforts. Keep up the 
good work Debbie and good luck in your future endeavors.

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