[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 128 (Thursday, September 20, 2012)]
[Senate]
[Page S6535]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       TRIBUTE TO CORTNEY JORDAN

  Mr. HELLER. Mr. President, today I wish to recognize Nevada's own 
Cortney Jordan for her outstanding performance in the 2012 London 
Paralympic Games.
  Cortney participated in six events: the 50 freestyle, 100 freestyle, 
400 freestyle, 100 backstroke, 100 breaststroke, and 200 individual 
medley. She brought home four medals for Team USA; three silver (50m 
freestyle, 100m freestyle, 400m freestyle) and one bronze (100m 
backstroke).
  Cortney had her first taste of Paralympic medal glory at the 2008 
Paralympic Games in Beijing, where she was awarded four medals; one 
gold--50m free, two silver--400m freestyle, 100m freestyle, and one 
bronze--200m IM.
  This 21-year-old Paralympic medalist is not only a remarkable 
athlete, but a talented student and an aspiring elementary school 
teacher. Recognized for her commitment to school and community 
involvement, Cortney is a Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association 
Top Ten Scholar Athlete and an Academic All-American. Serving as a role 
model for all Nevadans, I wish Cortney continued success on her future 
endeavors.
  On behalf of the residents of the Silver State, I am proud to 
recognize Cortney's accomplishments. Today, I ask my colleagues to join 
me in congratulating a talented Nevadan as we show our pride and 
support for the entire U.S. Paralympics Team.

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