[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 56 (Tuesday, May 7, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E734]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   PAYING TRIBUTE TO PAT PASCOE-----

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 7, 2002--

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I take this opportunity to recognize the 
work of Pat Pascoe, a woman whose dedication and commitment to her 
fellow citizens deserves the attention of this body of Congress and 
this nation. After serving as a senator in the Colorado State Senate 
for three terms Pat is retiring from the Colorado General Assembly. It 
is with a great deal of respect that I take this opportunity to honor 
her accomplishments.
  Born in Wisconsin, Pat came to Colorado in order to pursue her 
undergraduate degree, and has remained ever since. She began her career 
as a writer specializing in politics and education, and then went on to 
become a professor at Metropolitan State College and the University of 
Denver. Elected to the Senate in 1989, 1994, and 1998, Pat has 
dedicated countless hours to her fellow citizens in Colorado. As a 
State Senator, Pat has served on numerous committees, including her 
current posts as chair of the Public Policy and Planning Committee and 
Vice-Chair of the Education Committee, as well as Appropriations and 
Transportation. Pat has a passion for her work, taking on a variety of 
issues, including family, education and the environment. -
  Pat is a woman who recognizes the importantance of humanitarian 
service, as well. She is a Member of the Consortium of Community Arts 
Councils, and a board member on the Colorado Endowment for Humanities, 
as well as Opera Colorado. She is a member of the Samaritan House, the 
Capital Hill Club, the Lions Club and many neighborhood associations. 
She is also a devoted wife and mother of three who enjoys music and 
singing.
  Mr. Speaker, during her tenure in the Colorado General Assembly, Pat 
has compiled a long list of accomplishments, and they have not gone 
unnoticed. She has received numerous prestigious awards including the 
Donor Awareness Award, Children's Champion Award, and the Religious 
Freedom Award. Through her hard work and commitment she has also earned 
the respect and admiration of her colleagues. Pat is truly a valued 
member of our Colorado community, both as a state senator and as a 
citizen, and her hard work and dedication certainly deserve the 
attention of this body of Congress. Thank you, Pat, for all that you 
have done for your community, your state and your country.

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