[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 147 (Thursday, November 14, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2043]
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                 TRIBUTE TO STANLEY T. MATSUNAKA -----

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                     Thursday, November 14, 2002--

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to 
pay tribute to Stan T. Matsunaka and thank him for his contributions to 
the State of Colorado while serving as a state senator. After serving 
his state for eight years, Stan is leaving the Senate Assembly to 
continue his political career in other arenas. It is with a great deal 
of respect that I pay tribute to him today, in front of this body of 
Congress, and thank him for his hard work and dedication while in 
office.
  Born and educated in Colorado, Stan has long held an interest in 
politics. As a student at Fort Morgan High School, Stan was elected 
student body president. He is known as a devoted father of three, and a 
loving husband. Stan has gone beyond the walls of the Capitol to serve 
his fellow citizens as a valued member of the community. He has led Boy 
Scout troops, Odyssey of the Mind teams, and coached his children's 
athletic teams for years. He has also served as a member and chairman 
of the Namaqua School Accountability Committee, the Thompson Valley 
Preschool, Hospice, Loveland Daycare Center and the Loveland Sertoma 
Club. Stan also acts as a deacon and elder in his church, and is well 
respected by his community.
  Stan was elected to the State Legislature in 1994 and again in 1998 
and has dedicated countless hours to his work. He currently serves as 
President of the Senate, chair of the Education Committee, and a member 
on the Public Policy and Planning and Senate Services committee. During 
his time as a state senator, Stan has worked on the issues of 
education, housing and government finance.
  Mr. Speaker, I am honored to bring to the attention of this body of 
Congress, the service of Stan Matsunaka. His contributions to his state 
and constituents through his many years of public service are an 
example for our state. His service and commitment should serve as serve 
as an example for us all, and I wish him the best of luck in the 
future.

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