[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 53 (Thursday, April 22, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E634]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     HONORING KENNETH CLARK LOGGINS

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                            HON. RICK LARSEN

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 22, 2004

  Mr. LARSEN of Washington. Mr. Speaker:
  Whereas Kenneth Clark Loggins was born in Everett, Washington, on 
January 7, 1948 and is now professionally known as Kenny Loggins; and
  Whereas Kenny Loggins has become one of the most world-renowned 
singers/songwriters and guitarists of his time; and
  Whereas Kenny Loggins has enjoyed a music career that has spanned 
more than three decades; and
  Whereas Kenny Loggins has sold over 20 million albums worldwide; and, 
he has attained 12 Platinum Plus albums and 14 Gold albums; and
  Whereas the music of Kenny Loggins has spanned many genres, earning 
both the respect of his peers and a widely-diverse fan base; and
  Whereas Kenny Loggins has earned a reputation of historical 
importance in the field of film music for his creative contribution to 
movie soundtracks; and
  Whereas Kenny Loggins is active in environmental and social projects; 
and
  Whereas Kenny Loggins tirelessly gives his time, talents, and 
resources to benefit these organizatons and his community; and
  Whereas Kenny Loggins is well respected and admired throughout the 
entertainment industry for his enormous impact on the world of music; 
and
  Whereas Kenny Loggins is loved and appreciated by his family, 
friends, and devoted fans; and
  Whereas in the month of August of 2000, Kenny Loggins was the first 
recipient of the Hollywood Film Festival's Outstanding Achievement in 
Songwriting Award; and in that same month, he also received a Star on 
the Hollywood Walk of Fame; and
  Whereas in August 2003, Kenny Loggins' fans launched a year-long 
Celebration in tribute to the longevity of his outstanding music 
career; and
  Whereas the United States Congress now wishes to recognize Kenny 
Loggins for his many accomplishments.
  Whereas it is the overwhelming consensus of all concerned parties 
that Kenny Loggins is much deserving of this honor.
  Therefore, I, Rick Larsen, Member of the Congress representing the 
Second Congressional District of Washington State, do hereby hold up 
Kenny Loggins for great honor and recognition and declare the month of 
August to be Kenny Loggins Appreciation Month.
  In witness whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal 
of the United States Congress to be affixed this 22nd day of April 
2004.

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