[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 59 (Wednesday, April 22, 2009)]
[Senate]
[Page S4569]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                        TRIBUTE TO PETER FITHIAN

 Mr. INOUYE. Mr. President, as Hawaii celebrates its 50th 
anniversary of statehood, I would like to recognize Mr. Peter Fithian 
for his illustrious career of 50 years and invaluable service as 
founder and director of the Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament.
  Peter has been a dear friend of mine for many years, and I am honored 
to have this opportunity to share with you the profound impact he has 
had on my home State of Hawaii. His tremendous commitment to the people 
of Hawaii has led to the establishment of the internationally renowned 
Billfish Tournament, which truly put Hawaii on the map of sport 
fishing, drawing both spectators and competitors from all over the 
world. I commend him for his tireless efforts in building a 
longstanding tradition while promoting tourism and marine conservation 
in our island community. Through Peter's unwavering passion in 
cultivating Hawaii's proud heritage of recreational fishing, he has 
founded not only an event that encourages warm fellowship, but has 
created an educational opportunity that deserves our highest praise.
  Mr. President, I ask my colleagues to join me in acknowledging the 
great service and accomplishments of Mr. Peter Fithian.

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