[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 164 (Monday, December 13, 2010)]
[Senate]
[Page S8851]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       TRIBUTE TO McKENZIE HALEY

 Mr. THUNE. Madam President, today I recognize McKenzie Haley, 
Miss Rodeo America 2011. McKenzie, a native of my own home State of 
South Dakota, was crowned Miss Rodeo America on December 4, 2010, at 
the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, NV. McKenzie holds a long 
history of rodeo titles including Junior Miss Rodeo South Dakota 2004, 
South Dakota High School Rodeo Queen 2005-2006, Miss Black Hills Stock 
Show and Rodeo 2009, before being crowned Miss Rodeo South Dakota in 
July of 2009.
  McKenzie will spend the next year attending more than 100 rodeos 
across the United States promoting and serving as a spokesperson for 
the sport of rodeo. McKenzie is a true ambassador and shining example 
of South Dakota spirit and values. I wish her all the best and 
congratulate her on her accomplishments as she embarks on her exciting 
journey as Miss Rodeo America 2011.

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