[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 146 (2000), Part 11]
[Senate]
[Page 15992]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]


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     ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF SENATOR GORDON SMITH'S 100TH PRESIDING HOUR

  Mr. LOTT. Mr. President, today, I have the pleasure to announce that 
Senator Gordon Smith is the latest recipient of the Senate's Golden 
Gavel Award, marking his 100th hour of presiding over the U.S. Senate.
  The Golden Gavel Award has long-served as a symbol of appreciation 
for the time that Senators contribute to


presiding over the U.S. Senate--a privileged and important duty. Since 
the 1960's, senators who preside for 100 hours have been recognized 
with this coveted award.
  On behalf of the Senate, I extend our sincere appreciation to Senator 
Smith for presiding during the 106th Congress.

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