[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 27 (Friday, February 12, 2021)]
[Senate]
[Page S702]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                       TRIBUTE TO LESLEY ROBINSON

 Mr. DAINES. Mr. President, this week I have the honor of 
recognizing Lesley Robinson of Phillips County. Lesley recently made 
history when she became the first woman elected as the Montana 
Stockgrowers Association's second vice president.
  Lesley is not afraid to be the first in any venture. Her past 
experience as a leader in Montana began in 1996 when she became the 
second woman ever elected to serve on the board of directors for the 
Montana Stockgrowers. Lesley also ran for office and was elected as a 
Phillips County commissioner in 2005. During her 12-year tenure as a 
commissioner, Lesley was a strong advocate for Phillips County and 
rural Montana. She also had a leadership role on the Executive 
Committee for the National Association of Counties. Most recently, 
Lesley served as former Congressman Greg Gianforte's State director.
  As a fourth-generation rancher, Lesley knows the importance of hard 
work. She and her husband, Jim, own a commercial cow/calf and yearling 
operation near Zortman, MT. Her past leadership roles and ranching 
experiences have led her to be a fierce voice for agriculture and the 
importance it has as Montana's No. 1 economic driver.
  It is my honor to recognize Lesley for her leadership and service to 
Montana. I look forward to hearing about her continued success.

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