[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 88 (Friday, May 24, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E673-E674]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            RECOGNIZING CU BOULDER'S GREEN SPORTS INITIATIVE

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                            HON. JOE NEGUSE

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, May 24, 2019

  Mr. NEGUSE. Madam Speaker, today I want to recognize my alma mater, 
the University of Colorado-Boulder. Last week CU became the first 
university in the nation to sign

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on to the United Nations Sports for Climate Action Framework.
  The University joins other prominent sporting organizations such as 
the Olympic Committee, FIFA and the NBA to establish a clear path for 
the world's sporting communities to fight climate change.
  The University of Colorado's Athletic Program has committed to 
reducing overall climate impact, educating others on climate action, 
promoting sustainable consumption, advocating for climate action and 
promoting environmental responsibility.
  This is leadership.
  This is not the first time that my state and my district have picked 
up the slack for where the federal government is falling short on 
climate action. Our constituents are acting on this issue, and it's 
about time we follow their lead. I am incredibly proud of my University 
and of my community for their leadership on climate change and commend 
their efforts to be the change they want to see in the world.

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