[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 56 (Tuesday, May 7, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E729-E730]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   PAYING TRIBUTE TO DOUG DEAN ------

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 7, 2002--

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to 
pay tribute to Doug

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Dean and thank him for his contributions in the Colorado General 
Assembly. His hard work and dedication is appreciated, and I am honored 
to pay tribute to him today before this body of Congress. As he moves 
on in his career, let it be known that I, along with the people of 
Colorado, am grateful for the work he has done for the state, and the 
Colorado General Assembly.
  During his time in the Colorado State House of Representatives, Doug 
has provided his leadership to many legislative endeavors. Currently he 
serves the assembly as Speaker of the House, and has served on numerous 
committees during his tenure, notably the Executive committee, 
Legislative Council, the Business Affairs, Labor, State, Veterans, and 
Military Affairs committees. He has provided his focus and leadership 
not only as speaker, but also as Vice-Chairman of the Education 
committee and as House Majority Leader from 1999 to 2000. He has 
remained committed to many ideals throughout his terms, and has 
promoted the issues of education, judiciary affairs, 
telecommunications, law enforcement, and commerce.
  In addition to his duties as a state representative, Doug is known as 
a devoted husband to Gloria, loving father of three, and is an active 
member of his community. He is a small business owner, and can often be 
found volunteering his time and energies as a volunteer parent for the 
United Way and on the sports field as a volunteer coach for youth 
baseball teams.
  Mr. Speaker, it is a pleasure to bring to the attention of this body 
of Congress the accomplishments of Doug Dean and his service to 
Colorado. His contributions to his state and constituents, as both a 
member of the Colorado General Assembly and community volunteer, are an 
example of public and civic commitment to us all. Thanks for your 
leadership and commitment to Colorado, Doug, and I wish you all the 
best in the future.

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