[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 71 (Wednesday, April 26, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E546]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    HONORING CONGRESSMAN JAY DICKEY

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                          HON. J. FRENCH HILL

                              of arkansas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 26, 2017

  Mr. HILL. Mr. Speaker, I join my colleagues today to honor the life 
and legacy of one of Arkansas's great leaders--Congressman Jay Dickey, 
who passed away last week after a battle with Parkinson's disease at 
the age of 77.
  Jay represented the 4th District of Arkansas after becoming the 
first-ever Republican to hold the seat.
  He was a great public servant who made many contributions to Arkansas 
and our Nation as a whole.
  I have always admired his irrepressible enthusiasm for lower Arkansas 
and his dedication to his constituents.
  We are all fortunate to have had someone with such a strong character 
be a leader for our state.
  Jay leaves behind a legacy of warmth and passion, and his 
contributions to the Natural State will continue to live on for 
generations to come.
  I extend my respect, affection and prayers to his family and loved 
ones.

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