    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1998, Book I)]
    [March 26, 1998]
    [Page 445]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

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    Statement on the Death of Representative Steven Schiff
    March 26, 1998

        I was deeply saddened to hear that Congressman Steve Schiff has died
    after a courageous year-long battle with cancer. Hillary and I extend
    our sympathies to his wife, Marcia, and their
    two children. Steve's constituents in the First Congressional District
    of New Mexico and people across America have lost an effective
    legislator and an honorable public servant.
        His work on behalf of this Nation will long be remembered. Our
    thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time.