[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 112 (Friday, July 25, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1594]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     TRIBUTE TO DR. GEORGE ROLOFSON

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                           HON. HOWARD COBLE

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 24, 2003

  Mr. COBLE. Mr. Speaker, Dr. George Rolofson--``Dr. George'' as I call 
him--has been a good friend of mine for many years and has worked with 
me on a number of issues relating to the U.S. agrichemical industry. 
Soon he will be retiring as Senior Vice President of legislative and 
regulatory affairs from CropLife America, where he has been a tireless 
champion of the agriculture and chemical industries. As Dr. George 
prepares to retire, I want to take the opportunity to thank him for 
these efforts and for his many contributions to the industry and to let 
him know that he will be greatly missed by all those with whom he has 
come in contact over the years.
  George spent his entire adult life devoted to the study and 
improvement of the field of agricultural science, specifically as it 
regarded the use of important agrichemicals. He earned his Bachelor's 
and Master's degrees in entomology from the University of Nebraska and 
later went on to receive a Doctorate from Virginia Tech in entomology 
and toxicology. He then applied those degrees to practical use with the 
former Ciba Geigy Company in their agricultural division, now known as 
Syngenta Crop Protection. George worked in product development, 
toxicology, environmental sciences, and most recently in government 
relations for CropLife America here in Washington, D.C.
  Our nation was largely built upon the back of the agriculture 
industry. Even here in our Capitol building, we see numerous artistic 
references to this critical industry and its importance in our nation. 
I would like to ask my colleagues to join with me in thanking my 
friend, Dr. George, for the devotion he has demonstrated to such an 
important part of our nation. George, you have left a legacy of pride 
and commitment to the American farming industry and we are most 
appreciative for your dedication and contributions. Best wishes in the 
next phase of your life.

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