[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 107 (Thursday, July 10, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1139]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                      RECOGNIZING BRUCE DUCHOSSOIS

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                          HON. PATRICK MURPHY

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 10, 2014

  Mr. MURPHY of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
life of the nationally revered horseman and longtime supporter of 
equestrian rights, Bruce Duchossois, who passed away at the age of 64. 
The Chicago native's passion for horses and the sport of riding 
developed at a young age and was the impetus for much of his life's 
work.
  Mr. Duchossois began riding hunters in the 1960s, and in 1973 rode 
his hunter, Kim's Song, to an American Horse Show Association Horse of 
the Year title. Throughout his career, Mr. Duchossois earned many 
awards for his talents and contributions. Most recently in May, he was 
inducted into the National Show Hunter Hall of Fame and was honored 
with the Equestrian Aid Foundation Luminary Award.
  Mr. Duchossois worked for the betterment of the sport in the U.S. on 
and off the field. He served as a member of the executive committee, as 
the chairman of the Development Committee, and as a trustee of the 
United States Equestrian Team Foundation for 16 years before becoming 
Vice President of the organization, which helps fund riding 
competitions. Mr. Duchossois also supported many nonprofit 
organizations such as Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center. He had 
donated a horse to the center every year since becoming involved, and 
even took care of their retired horses at his own barn.
  The generosity and compassion of Mr. Duchossois was deeply felt by 
all who engaged with him, and he has made an unforgettable impact on 
the equestrian community of the United States. Together with his family 
and friends, we remember the enthusiastic, animal-loving, and carpe 
diem spirit of the life of Bruce Duchossois.

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