[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 75 (Tuesday, May 18, 2010)]
[House]
[Pages H3506-H3507]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 CONGRATULATING PHIL MICKELSON ON WINNING 2010 MASTERS GOLF TOURNAMENT

  Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Madam Speaker, I move to suspend the rules and 
agree to the resolution (H. Res. 1256) congratulating Phil Mickelson on 
winning the 2010 Masters golf tournament.
  The Clerk read the title of the resolution.
  The text of the resolution is as follows:

                              H. Res. 1256

       Whereas, on April 11, 2010, Phil Mickelson won the Masters 
     golf tournament for the third time at the Augusta National 
     Golf Course in Augusta, Georgia;
       Whereas the Augusta National Golf Course was established in 
     1933;
       Whereas the Masters was started by Clifford Roberts and 
     Robert Tyre ``Bobby'' Jones, Jr., who designed the Augusta 
     National Golf Course with course architect Alister MacKenzie;
       Whereas the Augusta National Golf Course has hosted the 
     Masters since 1934;
       Whereas the Masters is one of the 4 major championships in 
     professional golf;
       Whereas past Masters champions include some of the greatest 
     players in golf history, such as Walter Hagen, Ben Hogan, 
     Arnold Palmer, Gary Player, Byron Nelson, Jack Nicklaus, Gene 
     Sarazen, Sam Snead, Tom Watson, and Tiger Woods;
       Whereas Phil Mickelson shot a final round 67 for a 72-hole 
     total of 16 under par, 3 strokes better than any other 
     competitor;
       Whereas Phil Mickelson brings great pride and honor to his 
     family and friends through the tremendous skill, patience, 
     and determination he displayed in victory;

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       Whereas Phil Mickelson has won 4 major championships, 
     including the Masters 3 times, and a total of 38 events on 
     the PGA Tour; and
       Whereas the Phil and Amy Mickelson Foundation, through 
     involvement with Start Smart, the Mickelson ExxonMobil 
     Teachers Academy, and other causes, have supported a variety 
     of youth and family initiatives: Now, therefore, be it
       Resolved, That the House of Representatives congratulates 
     Phil Mickelson on the outstanding accomplishment of winning 
     the 2010 Masters golf tournament.

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursuant to the rule, the gentleman from 
Illinois (Mr. Davis) and the gentleman from Georgia (Mr. Broun) each 
will control 20 minutes.
  The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Illinois.


                             General Leave

  Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Madam Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that 
all Members may have 5 legislative days in which to revise and extend 
their remarks.
  The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there objection to the request of the 
gentleman from Illinois?
  There was no objection.
  Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Madam Speaker, I yield myself such time as I 
may consume.
  I rise to congratulate professional golfer Phil Mickelson on his 
stunning victory in the 2010 Masters Golf Tournament.
  On April 11, 2010, in Augusta, Georgia, golfer Phil Mickelson sank 
his last birdie of the game to clinch his third Masters Golf Tournament 
victory. This was his fourth career championship victory. He finished 
with the score of 16 under par, the best score in a Masters Tournament 
since 2001. I would also like to recognize the courage and the tenacity 
of two extraordinary women who were at Mr. Mickelson's side during his 
great victory: Amy Mickelson, his wife; and Mary Mickelson, his mother. 
Both recently have been diagnosed with breast cancer. The Mickelson 
family has shown amazing bravery in the face of these difficult 
circumstances. We wish them the very best in the challenges that lie 
ahead, and let us keep them in our thoughts and prayers.
  H. Res. 1256 was introduced by our colleague, the gentleman from 
Georgia (Mr. Broun), on April 15, 2010, and was referred to the 
Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. The committee reported 
the measure by unanimous consent on May 6, 2010. The measure enjoys the 
support of over 70 Members of the House. I want to thank the gentleman 
from Georgia for introducing this measure. I would also like to thank 
Chairman Towns and Ranking Member Issa for their support of the 
resolution. I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating Mr. 
Mickelson on his success in the tournament by supporting this 
resolution.
  I reserve the balance of my time.
  Mr. BROUN of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I yield myself such time as I 
may consume.
  I rise today in support of House Resolution 1256, which congratulates 
Phil Mickelson on winning the 2010 Masters Golf Tournament in Augusta, 
Georgia. His strong performance in the tournament and his exemplary 
community involvement throughout his career is an example not only for 
millions of golf fans, but for all Americans.
  Mickelson's victory was his third Masters title and his fourth major 
championship of his stellar career. Despite the loud buzz surrounding 
this year's tournament, Mickelson quietly and consistently played each 
hole very well. He did not shoot above par on a single hole in the 
final round and won the tournament by three strokes. ESPN wrote that 
``the signature moment came on the 13th, a hole Mickelson has dominated 
like no other at Augusta. With a 2-shot lead, he was stuck between two 
Georgia pines and had just over 200 yards to the hole. He never 
considered anything but a shot at the green.''
  Mickelson took the risky shot, and as he said, ``it came off 
perfect.'' Mickelson ended the day by hitting a birdie on the 18th hole 
to increase his lead to 3. Even though Mickelson has 40 other 
tournament wins, this Masters victory may have meant the most to him 
because of all he has been through in the last year. Both his wife and 
mother were diagnosed with cancer in the past year.

  The Masters was the first tournament that Amy, his wife, was able to 
attend in months since she was diagnosed with breast cancer almost a 
year ago. Amy had been unable to attend the tournament during the first 
few rounds and was so tired she did not think that she could attend on 
Sunday to watch the final round. However, she found the strength to go 
to the 18th hole and watch her husband win. All of the fans at the 
tournament and golf fans around the world cheered as Mickelson embraced 
his wife. It was a very touching moment. Afterwards Mickelson said, 
``In the last year, we've been through a lot, and it's been tough. And 
to be on the other end and feel this kind of jubilation is 
incredible.'' What a gentleman, what a role model is Phil Mickelson.
  Madam Speaker, I urge all of my colleagues to support this resolution 
that recognizes Phil Mickelson's performance and great character during 
this Masters Tournament and also Augusta National for hosting another 
outstanding tournament.
  Madam Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time.
  Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Madam Speaker, I again urge my colleagues to 
join me in supporting this measure, and I yield back the balance of my 
time.
  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The question is on the motion offered by the 
gentleman from Illinois (Mr. Davis) that the House suspend the rules 
and agree to the resolution, H. Res. 1256.
  The question was taken.
  The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the opinion of the Chair, two-thirds 
being in the affirmative, the ayes have it.
  Mr. SALAZAR. Madam Speaker, on that I demand the yeas and nays.
  The yeas and nays were ordered.
  The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursuant to clause 8 of rule XX and the 
Chair's prior announcement, further proceedings on this motion will be 
postponed.

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