[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 32 (Monday, February 29, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E247]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              RECOGNIZING BENNETT RICHARD ``BEN'' HOUSTON

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                             HON. KEN BUCK

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, February 29, 2016

  Mr. BUCK. Mr. Speaker, it is with a heavy heart that I rise today to 
recognize the passing of Mr. Bennett Richard ``Ben'' Houston on 
February 26th, 2016. Mr. Houston was a beloved and nationally 
distinguished leader within the livestock industry.
  Mr. Houston received many distinct honors throughout his lifetime. He 
founded the Aristocrat Angus Ranch in 1966, with his wife Nita, where 
they raised their family. In 1992, Aristocrat Angus Ranch flew Angus 
seed stock and beef cattle genetics to the Ukraine, establishing them 
as a leader in the cattle industry.
  In addition, Mr. Houston participated in many notable committees and 
associations. He was elected to the Executive Committee of the Western 
Stock Show in 1976. He went on to be President in 1985, and ultimately 
Chairman of the Board in 1999. He was inducted into the Angus Heritage 
Foundation, served as a member of the American Angus Association for 
over 50 years, served as President of the Colorado Cattle Feeders, and 
was presented with the CSU Leadership in Agriculture Award. Mr. Houston 
was involved with a number of other organizations, where his limitless 
knowledge and service will always be remembered.
  It is the hard work Mr. Houston embodied throughout his life that 
makes America exceptional. He has shown true leadership in his industry 
and community. I extend my deepest sympathies to Mr. Houston's family 
and friends.
  Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to recognize Mr. Bennett Richard ``Ben'' 
Houston for his commitment to family, community, and the livestock 
industry.

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