[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 147 (Thursday, November 14, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E2027-E2028]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING THE RETIREMENT OF RICHARD H. FINAN

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                           HON. ROBERT W. NEY

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 14, 2002

  Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker, Whereas, Richard Finan served the people of 
Ohio as a member of the Ohio State Senate for 30 years; and
  Whereas, Richard Finan has served as President of the Ohio State 
Senate; and
  Whereas, Richard Finan worked to restore and preserve the Statehouse 
and its annex; and
  Whereas, Richard Finan has used his position within the Ohio Senate 
to help better the lives of thousands of people; and
  Whereas, Richard Finan must be commended for his professionalism and 
his ability to motivate those around him by establishing a superb 
example; and
  Whereas, Richard Finan's dedication and service will be missed by the 
entire state of Ohio.
  Therefore, I join with the residents of the entire 18th Congressional 
District of Ohio in celebrating Richard Finan's years of service and 
retirement from the Ohio State Senate.

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