[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 130 (Wednesday, September 5, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1806]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     TRIBUTE ON THE PASSING OF FORMER REPRESENTATIVE JENNIFER DUNN

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                            HON. JOE WILSON

                           of south carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, September 5, 2007

  Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Madam Speaker, I am deeply saddened at 
the passing of a good friend and public servant Jennifer Dunn of 
Washington State.
  Throughout her 12 years in the House of Representatives, Jennifer 
served with distinction and earned the respect and admiration of her 
colleagues. She sought to strengthen traditional family values by 
fighting for reforms in our Tax Code--in particular the elimination of 
the estate tax. Jennifer believed in recognizing and protecting the 
contributions and sacrifices made by homemakers, families, and small 
businesses.
  Before coming to Congress, she held the position of chairwoman of the 
Washington State Republican Party and twice served as delegate to the 
United Nations Commission on the Status of Women. As the first woman 
ever to run for the position of House Majority Leader, Jennifer well 
understood the immense duty that comes with public office, and it was a 
tremendous honor to serve with her.
  Upon my election in a special election December 18, 2001, Jennifer 
was one of the first Members to welcome me and provide guidance. Her 
enthusiasm for service was obvious to all who met her.
  My thoughts and prayers are with the friends and family of Jennifer 
during this difficult time.




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