[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 147 (2001), Part 1]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 1549]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



   TRIBUTE TO MISS REBECCA PASSION, MISS RODEO USA OF ATHENS, ALABAMA

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                    HON. ROBERT E. (BUD) CRAMER, JR.

                               of alabama

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 7, 2001

  Mr. CRAMER. Mr. Speaker, today I recognize the outstanding success of 
Rebecca Passion of Athens, Alabama. Crowned Miss Limestone Rodeo 2000, 
Miss Passion represented Limestone County at the IPRA National Finals 
in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma on January 15. Miss Passion was crowned Miss 
Rodeo USA on January 20. As her community gathers to honor her victory 
this Saturday at the Limestone County Sheriff's Rodeo Arena, I would 
like to join them in congratulating her.
  Miss Passion's win is a testament to her talent, hard work and 
perseverance. The grueling competition included a test of riding 
skills, a public speaking portion and a lengthy interview. She excelled 
in all levels and surpassed the other competitors easily.
  I know that Limestone County is very proud of their ``hometown 
hero''. They have supported her every step of the way. The Miss Rodeo 
USA crown is a crown that she shares with her community. Miss Passion 
is a wonderful role model and I know that she will use her time as Miss 
Rodeo USA to serve her community.
  On behalf of the United States Congress, I congratulate Miss Passion 
and wish her a rewarding reign as Miss Rodeo USA. I wish her the best 
in all her future endeavors.

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