[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 56 (Wednesday, April 28, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E697]
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                PAYING TRIBUTE TO JUDITH ``JR'' RODRIGUE

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 28, 2004

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is a privilege to rise today and pay 
tribute to Judith ``JR'' Rodrigue and thank her for her outstanding 
commitment to serving the people of Colorado as the Chief Clerk of the 
Colorado House of Representatives. After twenty-four years of tireless 
service, JR will be stepping down from her position as Chief Clerk. As 
she celebrates her retirement, let it be known that she leaves behind a 
wonderful and strong legacy of dedication to the Colorado General 
Assembly and the citizens of Colorado.
  In 1979, JR began her career in the State House as an Assignable 
Clerk. She has since served as Messenger, Historian for the House of 
Representatives, and Chief Clerk's assistant, before her appointment as 
Chief Clerk in 1994. Some of her many accomplishments as Chief Clerk 
include publishing an Office Manual for the Members of the House, 
creating the Chief Clerk's Book, creating the Book of Motions, and 
serving as a member of the American Society of Legislative Clerks and 
Secretaries.
  Most importantly, JR has provided excellent leadership and guidance, 
while establishing a close camaraderie with her colleagues and members 
of the Colorado House. Indeed, one of the highlights of my service as a 
state legislator was the friendship and guidance I received from JR. I 
can guarantee that I speak for many past and current members when I say 
she will always be revered for the level of honesty, integrity, and 
impartiality that she brought to her position. She is everybody's 
friend and always has a smile. She will be sorely missed by one and 
all.
  Mr. Speaker, I am honored to pay tribute to Judith Rodrigue before 
this body of Congress and this nation, and to congratulate her on an 
outstanding career of public service. Her selfless dedication to the 
Colorado General Assembly and the people of Colorado as the Chief Clerk 
of the Colorado House of Representatives is truly remarkable. I wish 
her all the best in her future endeavors.

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