[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 161 (Friday, October 3, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2239]
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                          HONORING DAVE WELDON

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                         HON. MARIO DIAZ-BALART

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 3, 2008

  Mr. MARIO DIAZ-BALART of Florida. Madam Speaker, I rise today to pay 
tribute to my good friend and colleague, Congressman Dave Weldon, who 
is retiring from the House of Representatives after serving the people 
of the 15th district of Florida for 14 years. He has always served his 
constituents with dignity, class, and integrity.
  He has been a great example of a true citizen legislator. He put 
aside successful careers in our Nation's Armed Forces and in private 
practice as a physician to devote many years of his life to public 
service.
  Dave has been a leading national supporter of NASA and other space 
issues. He has been a strong leader in Florida advocating the need to 
invest in NASA and the many benefits it provides our Nation. From his 
service on the Science and Appropriations Committees, he has kept a 
close eye on the space program and ensured Florida's Space Coast plays 
an integral role in national space policy.
  It has been an honor serving with him, and it is a privilege to call 
him a good friend. I wish Dave and his wonderful wife Nancy much 
happiness in the next chapter of their lives.

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