[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 30 (Wednesday, March 2, 2011)]
[Senate]
[Page S1117]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO COLBY QUALLS

 Mr. BOOZMAN. Mr. President, today I wish to recognize Colby 
Qualls from Monette, AR, for being selected for participation in the 
annual U.S. Senate Youth Program.
  Created in 1962, the U.S. Senate Youth Program was organized to 
encourage an understanding of our government with an emphasis of how 
its three branches work and how elected officials work for their 
constituents and create policies that impact our Nation and the world. 
The weeklong visit to Washington, DC, allows students to meet and 
interact with lawmakers, appointed officials and staff who are involved 
in crafting legislation and making decisions that influence our laws.
  This program brings together some of our Nation's top youth leaders, 
like Colby, who show a commitment to public service. An outstanding 
student at Buffalo Island Central High School, Colby excels both in and 
out of the classroom.
  He previously served as student council vice president and treasurer, 
in addition to his activities with the Future Business Leaders of 
America as vice president and national convention representative. Colby 
is captain of Quiz Bowl and all-region MVP; he is president of the 4-H 
Club and a member of the Buffalo Island Youth Council and the Arkansas 
Teen Leadership Council. In addition, he participates in many community 
volunteer activities. Colby plans to attend a top university and 
aspires to hold public office one day.
  Colby is very deserving of this honor. I congratulate him for his 
determination, dedication, and service and encourage his growth as a 
leader.

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