[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 194 (Wednesday, December 14, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1292]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            HONORING THE CAREER OF CONGRESSMAN KURT SCHRADER

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                         HON. SUZANNE BONAMICI

                               of oregon

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 14, 2022

  Ms. BONAMICI. Madam Speaker, I rise to honor the career of my 
colleague and neighboring Oregon delegation member, Congressman Kurt 
Schrader. Kurt's long career in public service started in Salem, where 
he served in both the Oregon House and Senate before being elected to 
Congress in 2008. Kurt has always been known as a practical lawmaker 
who wants to get things done for the people of his district. As the 
sole veterinarian in Congress, Kurt is a prominent voice in the work to 
end animal cruelty and advocated for bipartisan solutions to safeguard 
public health. Kurt is also known for his leadership in fighting to 
uplift Oregon farmers. Through his service on the Agriculture Committee 
and in strengthening several farm bills, Kurt has helped put Oregon's 
specialty crops in a place to compete and succeed.
  I am particularly grateful to have partnered with Kurt to hold our 
government accountable for its long and shameful history of separating 
Native American children from their families. Kurt has thoughtfully led 
our work regarding the challenges around Chemawa Indian School in 
Salem, Oregon, and our efforts to provide oversight on whether the 
school can protect the well-being of its students and get them on a 
path to academic success. Kurt has demanded answers from both 
Democratic and Republican Administrations and has not wavered from the 
fight to stand up for the students and their families.
  Kurt will depart with a strong legacy of serving his constituents and 
championing bipartisan legislative successes. I offer my best wishes to 
Kurt, his wife, Susan, and his hard-working staff in Oregon and in 
Washington, D.C.

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