[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 138 (Thursday, October 2, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1972]
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                 TRIBUTE TO THE HONORABLE LOLA SPRADLEY

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 2, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise before this body of Congress and 
this Nation today to pay tribute to an outstanding citizen from my 
district. Lola Spradley of Beulah, Colorado is a dedicated public 
servant and a good friend. For years, Lola has worked to meet the needs 
of the citizens of the great State of Colorado through her work in the 
Colorado General Assembly, where she currently serves as Speaker of the 
House. For her dedication to Colorado, Lola is being recognized by 
Colorado State University--Pueblo with its Outstanding Service to the 
Community Award. She is a valuable public servant, and I am honored to 
pay tribute to Lola here today.
  Lola is a true pioneer in Colorado politics, serving as the first 
female Speaker in the Colorado State General Assembly. For years, Lola 
has represented the needs of her district, working tirelessly to ensure 
that their voice is heard in the State Capitol. Before her term as 
Speaker, she served as the House Majority Leader from 2001 to 2002. In 
addition to her work in the State House, Lola has served on the 
Governor's Advisory Committee on Technology and as Chair of the 
Correctional Industries Advisory Committee.
  Mr. Speaker, Lola Spradley has dedicated many years of service to the 
great State of Colorado. As Speaker of the House and as Representative 
of District Sixty, Lola diligently meets the needs of her constituents. 
I am honored to join with my colleagues today in paying tribute to Lola 
Spradley here today. Congratulations on your recognition, Lola, and I 
wish you all the best.

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