[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 116 (Thursday, July 11, 2019)]
[Senate]
[Pages S4802-S4803]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    TRIBUTE TO MIKE AND TARI CONROY

 Mr. DAINES. Mr. President, this week I rise to recognize Mike 
and Tari Conroy for their impact on Ravalli County and the surrounding 
areas. Through their work as bluegrass musicians, the Conroys have 
brought delight to the hearts of their Montanan listeners.
  The Conroys' devotion to bluegrass extends beyond their respective 
playing of the banjo, guitar, and other traditional bluegrass 
instruments. The events the Conroys take part in, such as celebrating 
the birthday of a 90-year-old U.S. Army veteran or the closing of an 
essential Missoula landmark, represent the very best of Montana. It is 
no surprise that Mr. Conroy is the president of the Montana Bluegrass 
Association.
  Additionally, the Conroys have worked tirelessly to share their love 
of bluegrass music with their fellow Montanans by organizing the annual 
Hardtimes Bluegrass Festival, which takes place just south of Hamilton, 
MT. This festival brings numerous bluegrass bands from the Northwestern 
United States to perform in Montana. Despite the financial and 
logistical hurdles, the Conroys are committed to sharing their passion 
with their fellow Montanans. As the festival enters its 11th year, it 
has truly become a cultural staple of the Bitterroot.

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  I applaud Mike and Tari Conroy for their work promoting and spreading 
the joy of bluegrass music across the State of Montana. As the Conroys 
prepare for the next festival, I wish them all the best.

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