[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 51 (Tuesday, April 20, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E565]
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                     PAYING TRIBUTE TO KEN CHLOUBER

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 20, 2004

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity and 
pay tribute to Ken Chlouber and thank him for his commitment to public 
service as a two-term senator in the Colorado General Assembly. As the 
President Pro Tem of the Senate, Ken will always be remembered for the 
leadership and guidance he has provided. As he celebrates his 
retirement, let it be known that he leaves a great legacy of service 
and dedication to his district and the State of Colorado.
  An extraordinary man in every sense of the word, Ken has had a 
colorful career in and out of politics. He has worked as a miner and 
auctioneer; enjoys running ultra marathons; is a big game hunter; and 
his pack burro racing skills garnered him election to the Colorado Pack 
Burro Racing Hall of Fame in 1985. Elected from District 4 in 1996 to 
serve the people of Douglas, El Paso, Lake, Park, and Teller counties, 
Ken has sponsored bills supporting agriculture, mining, tourism, 
emergency medical care, prison construction, and the creation of the 
Arkansas Headwaters Recreational Area. In addition to serving as 
President Pro Tem, Ken is a member of the Agriculture, Natural 
Resources, and Energy; Appropriations; Legislative Council; and 
Transportation committees. Ken's honors for his excellent record in the 
General Assembly include the American Cancer Society Legislative 
Accomplishment and the NFIB Guardian of Small Business.
  Mr. Speaker, I am honored to pay tribute before this body of Congress 
and this nation to State Senator Ken Chlouber for his selfless 
dedication to public service. It is clear that Ken has been an 
invaluable resource for the State of Colorado, and his efforts have 
helped ensure a promising future for our great country. I would like to 
extend my congratulations to Ken on his retirement and wish him and his 
wife Pat all the best in their future endeavors.

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