[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 51 (Wednesday, May 3, 2006)]
[House]
[Page H2080]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 COMMENDING RICHMOND COUNTY NATIVE AND AMERICAN IDOL CONTESTANT BUCKY 
                               COVINGTON

  (Mr. RYAN of Wisconsin asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute.)
  Mr RYAN of Wisconsin. Mr. Speaker, I yield my time to the gentleman 
from North Carolina (Mr. Hayes).
  Mr. HAYES. Mr. Speaker, today I want to congratulate Rockingham, 
North Carolina, native and ``American Idol'' contestant Bucky Covington 
for pursuing his dream and using his God-given talent to sing. Bucky is 
returning home, but he quickly established himself as a rising star and 
a contestant to watch. It's easy to understand why Bucky's strong 
vocals and love for Country and Southern Rock clearly defined his 
success each week as Americans tuned in to the most popular show on 
television. Bucky will be returning home to Richmond County in North 
Carolina, a true idol to many for his extraordinary singing voice and 
the charisma he personified in front of millions as he represented his 
community, family and friends. Bucky, we wish you the best, and I know 
that great opportunities lie ahead for you.

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