[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 15 (Monday, January 27, 2014)]
[Senate]
[Page S490]
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SENATE RESOLUTION 338--DESIGNATING DIANE K. SKVARLA AS CURATOR EMERITUS 
                      OF THE UNITED STATES SENATE

  Mr. REID (for himself and Mr. McConnell) submitted the following 
resolution; which was considered and agreed to:

                              S. Res. 338

       Whereas Diane K. Skvarla will retire from the Senate after 
     18 years as Senate Curator, and more than 30 years of Senate 
     service;
       Whereas she has diligently cared for and greatly enhanced 
     the material history and historic spaces of the Senate as a 
     legacy for future generations;
       Whereas she has educated and inspired the Senate community, 
     visitors to the Capitol, and the people of the United States 
     with numerous exhibits, publications, and educational 
     programs;
       Whereas her vision and leadership resulted in significant 
     improvements to the restoration and historic interpretation 
     of the Old Senate Chamber and other historic rooms of the 
     Capitol;
       Whereas she has caused to be published significant 
     catalogues of the fine and graphic art collections of the 
     Senate for the benefit of the people of the United States;
       Whereas she has upheld the highest standards and traditions 
     of the Senate with unwavering dedication; and
       Whereas she has earned the respect, affection, and esteem 
     of the Senate: Now, therefore, be it
       Resolved, That, effective January 27, 2014, as a token of 
     the appreciation of the Senate for her long and faithful 
     service, Diane K. Skvarla is hereby designated as Curator 
     Emeritus of the United States Senate.

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