[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 56 (Tuesday, May 7, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E738]
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                PAYING TRIBUTE TO WILLIAM G. SWENSON----

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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 today to a man who has embodied the spirit of the State of 
Colorado through his life-long dedication to serving his state. A 
member of the Colorado General Assembly, the hard work and dedication 
of William Swenson, known as Bill, is a testament to the Western pride 
and character of my state and its citizens. Bill is now leaving the 
Colorado State House of Representatives after selflessly serving since 
1994, and I can think of no better way to celebrate Bill's retirement 
than to honor his many achievements before this body of Congress and 
this nation.
  A resident of Longmont, Colorado, Bill has served in various local 
government positions before his election to the House, notably as a 
City Councilman and Mayor of Longmont. Elected to the Colorado State 
House of Representatives in 1994, he has served several committees, 
recently as a member of the Local Government committee and Chairman of 
the Transportation and Energy committee. During this time, he has been 
a valuable proponent for local government, tax relief, and water and 
natural resources conservation. -
  Bill is regarded as a loving husband and devoted father of four as 
well as a key member of the community. He is currently a member of 
Rotary International, the First Lutheran Churchmen and serves as the 
church treasurer. His work ethic is reflected in his membership in the 
IBM Quarter Century Club, an honorarium for his thirty-four years of 
service to the company.
  Mr. Speaker, Bill has been a valued member of our Colorado community, 
both as an elected official and as a citizen. While I am sure he will 
be missed in the Colorado State House of Representatives, I know that 
he will undoubtedly succeed in his future endeavors, and will continue 
to serve his fellow Coloradans. Thank you Bill, for all of your hard 
work and efforts.

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