[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 149 (Tuesday, September 24, 2024)]
[Senate]
[Page S6361]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                        TRIBUTE TO DAN ALLHANDS

 Mr. DAINES, Mr. President, today I have the honor of 
recognizing Madison County Commissioner, District No. 1, Dan Allhands 
for his lifelong contributions to the citizens of Madison County.
  Dan took the oath of office for county commissioner in 2017 and is 
retiring this year. His district includes the towns of Alder, Sheridan, 
and Virginia City--the historic Montana town that became the second 
territorial capital in 1864, as well as one of the most prominent 
cities in the Rocky Mountains at that time.
  Dan's service as an elected commissioner has capped off decades of 
service to the Ruby Valley and its residents. He was a member of the 
Alder Fire Department for 12 years, including fire chief for 3 years, 
during which a new firehall was constructed. During his tenure on the 
Sheridan School Board, the local elementary school was built. He was a 
rancher for 43 years and raised on his family's ranch in Sheridan. He 
praises his wife Jody and their four sons for continuing to support him 
and the folks in their hometown.
  Whether it is representing local ranchers, collaborative groups, or 
the residents in the county's two local nursing care centers, Dan 
Allhands always embraced a variety of challenges in order to make sure 
Madison County will be ready for a successful future.
  It is my distinct honor to recognize Dan Allhands for his passion to 
serve and his lifelong commitment in making Madison County a better 
place to live and work. ``Montana Proud!''

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