[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 184 (Friday, December 2, 2011)]
[House]
[Pages H8105-H8106]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                IN MEMORY OF CONGRESSMAN CARLOS MOORHEAD

  (Mr. SCHIFF asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute.)
  Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the passing of former 
Congressman Carlos J. Moorhead.
  Carlos Moorhead represented the cities of Pasadena, Burbank, and 
Glendale for 24 years, from 1972 until 1996.
  Prior to coming to Congress, he served for 6 years in the California 
State Assembly and before that as an attorney in private practice in 
the city

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of Glendale. Carlos was a gentleman in every sense of the word--kind, 
thoughtful, and absolutely dedicated to serving his constituents.
  When I was first running for office early in my career and met 
Carlos, he was always gracious, even fatherly, taking me aside to give 
me advice and counsel, though we were in different parties. He was at 
all times hardworking and ethical. I never remember Carlos saying an 
ill word about anyone. He was able to disagree about policy without 
making it personal, and he provided a great example for another 
generation that has gotten away from that kind of civility.
  Carlos served the communities in his district ably and effectively 
throughout his years in Congress. He served as ranking member on both 
the Judiciary and Energy and Commerce Committees during his tenure. He 
was particularly known for his expertise on energy policy and 
intellectual property.
  Carlos is survived by his wife, Valerie; three children; six 
grandchildren; a sister; three nieces; and nephews.


                           Moment of Silence

  I would ask you all to join me in a moment of silence in memory of 
Carlos Moorhead.
  Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

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