[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 83 (Friday, May 28, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1005]
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                       RECOGNIZING DR. JUDY BENSE

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                            HON. JEFF MILLER

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, May 28, 2010

  Mr. MILLER of Florida. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Dr. Judy 
Bense upon being inducted into the Orden de Isabel la Catlica. Dr. 
Bense is a dedicated archeologist and received this award due to her 
research strengthening the ties between Northwest Florida and Spain. 
Madam Speaker, Dr. Bense's commitment to her work is truly remarkable. 
For that reason, it gives me much pleasure to recognize her on this 
day.
  The Royal Order of Isabella the Catholic is one of Spain's highest 
civil honors granted in recognition of services that benefit Spain. The 
Order was created on March 14, 1815 by King Ferdinand of Aragon in 
honor of his ancestress, Queen Isabella I, with the intent of rewarding 
the firm allegiance to Spain and the merits of Spanish citizens and 
foreigners in good standing to the nation.
  Dr. Bense was inducted into the Order by Spanish King Juan Carlos for 
her hard work to defend the shared legacy and strengthening the 
relationship between Florida and Spain. Just like the Order's namesake, 
Dr. Bense is an extremely accomplished and distinguished woman. With a 
career in archeology that has spanned more than three decades; she has 
been at the forefront of studying Spanish roots in Pensacola, Florida. 
Currently serving as the President of the University of West Florida, I 
am certain that her experience and commitment to education will provide 
the needed leadership to guide the university in its pursuit of 
academic excellence.
  Madam Speaker, Dr. Judy Bense is a leader that I am proud to have 
serving in the Northwest Florida community. On behalf of the United 
States Congress and a grateful community, I congratulate Dr. Bense on 
her significant historical accomplishments.

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