[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 42 (Tuesday, April 12, 2005)]
[Senate]
[Page S3478]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                           GOLDEN GAVEL AWARD

  Mr. FRIST. Mr. President, on September 30, 2004, I had the pleasure 
to announce that Senator Gordon Smith was the latest recipient of the 
Senate's Golden Gavel Award, marking his 100th hour of presiding over 
the Senate.
  The Golden Gavel Award has long served as a symbol of appreciation 
for the time that Senators contribute to presiding over the Senate--a 
privileged and important duty. Since the 1960s, Senators who preside 
for 100 hours have been recognized with this coveted award.
  On behalf of the Senate, I extend our sincere appreciation to Senator 
Smith for presiding during the 108th Congress.

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