[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 62 (Thursday, May 18, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E873]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         TRIBUTE TO TINA FALLON

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                         HON. MICHAEL N. CASTLE

                              of delaware

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 18, 2006

  Mr. CASTLE. Mr. Speaker, it is with great honor and pleasure that I 
rise today to pay tribute to State Representative Tina Fallon, who 
after 28 years of service, has chosen not to seek another term in the 
State House of Representatives. This extraordinary woman is certainly a 
valuable asset to the State of Delaware as well as being a friend to 
all. She has been described as not only a benevolent and accomplished 
citizen, but also an admirable leader. A fixture of her beloved 
Seaford-area district, she truly is a distinguished Delawarean.
  In addition to raising four sons with her late husband, James Fallon, 
she spent three decades as a Seaford School District biology teacher. 
While there, she shared her love of education with young people. Upon 
her retirement from teaching in 1978, she turned her attention to 
politics, offering Delaware another three decades of amicable and 
selfless service. Additionally, she served as a member of the 
influential Joint Finance Committee.
  After 14 consecutive terms in office, Representative Fallon is well 
recognized and respected by her constituents. She has received numerous 
honors during both her political and professional tenure. In 1998, then 
Gov. Thomas R. Carper declared her as the ``Travel and Tourism Person 
of the Year,'' honoring her dedication to promoting and developing the 
state's tourism industry. In that same year, the National Republican 
Association recognized her as a Legislator of the Year. Clearly, the 
service offered by Representative Fallon has been a vital attribute to 
innumerable causes.
  I congratulate State Representative Tina Fallon for her years of 
remarkable service and countless contributions to the State of 
Delaware. I am sure that in retirement, she will remain a dynamic and 
influential member of the community. I would like to thank her for the 
many sacrifices that she has made for the State of Delaware.

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