[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 135 (Friday, December 8, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2207]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                       TRIBUTE TO DAVID HERMANCE

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                          HON. DARRELL E. ISSA

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, December 8, 2006

  Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker I rise today in remembrance of a talented 
Californian, David Hermance, who passed away on November 25, 2006 at 
the age of 59. David was both an innovator of technology and an admired 
friend of the environment.
  Although best known for his recent work with hybrids, David 
championed advanced-technology vehicles throughout his four decades in 
the auto industry. After 26 years of dedicated service to General 
Motors, David joined Toyota in 1991 to become the North American 
Executive Engineer for Advanced Technology Vehicles.
  Through his dedicated work, he became known as the ``father of the 
American Prius.'' His efforts have educated Americans and Congress 
alike on the enormous potential of advanced technology vehicles, such 
as hybrids. David's unique ability to explain the inner workings of 
complex technologies to all audiences made him the most respected 
American voice on hybrid technology. Today, consumers and 
environmentalists alike laud the products he has advocated for years.
  On this day, Congress should remember David Hermance's vision for a 
better tomorrow. May God bring peace to David's family, friends, and 
colleagues during this difficult time.

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