[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 174 (Monday, December 5, 2016)]
[House]
[Page H7179]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     TRIBUTE TO THREE-TIME SPRINT CUP SERIES CHAMPION TONY STEWART

  (Mr. HUDSON asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. HUDSON. Madam Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to the 
incredible career of three-time Sprint Cup Series champion Tony Stewart 
on his retirement.
  Tony Stewart, known to his many fans as ``Smoke,'' started his career 
as a kid go-kart racing. He climbed the ladder one step at a time 
throughout his 20-year driving career to become the legend he is today.
  Every time Tony faced an obstacle, he overcame it with unmatched 
tenacity. He is a reminder to all of us that champions aren't born 
winners; they are built through hard work, grit, and determination.
  Tony is driven by that same doggedness off the track, leading 
Stewart-Haas Racing in my congressional district in Kannapolis, North 
Carolina, and helping folks in need through the Tony Stewart 
Foundation. His role might be changing, but I know Smoke's presence at 
the racetrack and his impact on the sport we love will continue.
  Renee and I applaud Tony for his outstanding career, and we wish him 
all the best as he begins this next chapter.
  Madam Speaker, on behalf of North Carolina's Eighth District and 
racing fans everywhere, I am proud to say congratulations to Tony--
always a racer, forever a champion.

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