[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 147 (2001), Part 13]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 19079]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



                     TRIBUTE TO DR. MARLENE R. BANE

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                         HON. HOWARD L. BERMAN

                             of california

                          HON. HENRY A. WAXMAN

                             of california

                           HON. BRAD SHERMAN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, October 9, 2001

  Mr. BERMAN. Mr. Speaker, we rise today to pay tribute to Dr. Marlene 
R. Bane, who is being honored by the Action Democrats of the San 
Fernando Valley for her extraordinary dedication to democratic 
principles. Marlene is also a good friend with whom we have enjoyed 
working for many years.
  Marlene is President and owner of Marlene Bane Associates. Under her 
leadership the firm has flourished into a full service Government 
Relations and Consulting Firm. She has also held important positions in 
the California State Assembly including Senior Consultant and 
Administrative Assistant. In addition, Marlene has served as a member 
of the California Narcotic Addict Evaluation Authority; as assistant to 
the President, Council of S & L Financial Corp; as an interior designer 
and as a teacher.
  Marlene is an active member of the community who has contributed in a 
wide variety of ways. As Chair of the CA Lupus Appropriations 
Commission she was a warrior in the fight against Lupus. She serves on 
the CSUN Presidential Advisory Board and Board of Trustees which has 
greatly helped the development of the University. Also, she is well 
known throughout the Jewish community for her participation in groups 
such as the National Association of Jewish State Legislators; American 
Israel Public Affairs Committee; Anti Defamation League; Women's 
Alliance for Israel; and the Valley Jewish Business Leaders Association 
which she founded and helps run as a current board member. These groups 
are just a small sample of the many organizations in which Marlene 
actively participates.
  The hard work that Marlene puts into service is evidenced by the many 
honors she has accumulated. She has received honors from the council of 
State legislatures, the National Institute of Health, the State of 
California and the Mid-Valley College of Law. Marlene is also a 
published author whose work can be found in the Library of Congress.
  Marlene is an exemplary individual whose dedication to her community 
is legion. Marlene is not only a great leader, but also a loving mother 
and grandmother. Her late husband, Assemblyman Tom Bane, was a great 
man who shared Marlene's passion for democracy and good works.
  Mr. Speaker, distinguished colleagues, please join us in paying 
tribute to Marlene R. Bane.

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