[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 33 (Thursday, March 17, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E463]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  HONORING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF HAYS COUNTY COMMISSIONER SUSIE CARTER

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                           HON. HENRY CUELLAR

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 16, 2005

  Mr. CUELLAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the many 
accomplishments of Hays County Commissioner Susie Carter.
  Susie Carter is a proud lifelong citizen of Hays County. She and her 
husband, John, live on the same farm where Susie grew up. She earned 
degrees from Southwest Texas State University and the University of 
Texas at Austin, and returned to rural Hays County to serve her 
neighbors.
  Susie has served Hays County in a variety of capacities: as a health 
professional, college instructor, character education consultant, and 
public servant. She was elected President of the Concerned Taxpayers of 
Hays County, and remains an advocate for taxpayer rights and fiscal 
responsibility.
  As county commissioner, Susie has consistently worked to make Hays 
County a better place to live. She led the reconstruction of some of 
the county's worst roads, installed traffic signals to make 
intersections safer, passed resolutions to protect the local 
environment and water supply, and fought against illegal dumping. She 
has been an advocate for low taxes and budget discipline, and a 
watchdog for the rights of taxpaying citizens and local government. 
Susie Carter has been a farsighted and effective advocate for her 
county.
  Mr. Speaker, I am honored to have had this opportunity to recognize 
the many achievements of Hays County Commissioner Susie Carter.

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