[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 59 (Thursday, April 4, 2019)]
[Senate]
[Page S2268]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      TRIBUTE TO SAMUEL S. LIONEL

 Ms. ROSEN. Mr. President, it is my distinct honor to recognize 
Samuel S. Lionel, who is celebrating his 100th birthday. Considered the 
``Dean'' of the Nevada Bar, Sam's defense of Nevada values stands as a 
strong reminder of the tremendous work he has done for our State.
  For decades, Sam has represented one of the largest law firms in 
Nevada, fighting for critically important issues such as our thriving 
tourism industry and defending Nevada's unique western heritage. The 
dedication he has placed into his practice has strengthened our State's 
economy and helped shape the Las Vegas Valley that we know and love 
today. In fact, it was Sam who played a key role in the conception and 
development of many of the hotels and casinos on the Las Vegas Strip, 
setting the stage for Nevada's unprecedented growth and its booming 
entertainment scene.
  Sam is known for his philanthropic heart. He remains particularly 
active in Jewish philanthropy, and we share a long history of working 
together in our synagogue, Congregation Ner Tamid. Sam has also been a 
central benefactor of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, endowing the 
namesake Samuel S. Lionel Professor of Intellectual Property Law 
position at the William S. Boyd School of Law in 2016. I know firsthand 
the wonderful leader Sam is, and his philanthropic work has 
distinguished him in the Jewish and legal communities not only in 
Nevada but also throughout the United States. Sam's name is and will 
always remain synonymous with his professional and philanthropic 
dedication to the Silver State.
  Happy birthday to Sam, a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-
grandfather, servant leader, and loyal friend.

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