Honoring Congressman Rush Holt

Floor Speech

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Ms. McCOLLUM. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to pay tribute to the career
of Congressman Rush Holt.

During his time in the House, Congressman Holt has been a leader on
protecting the environment and his voice on this important issue will
be sorely missed. A research physicist by training, his constituents
are known to boast bumper stickers proclaiming ``My Congressman IS a
Rocket Scientist.'' I know we have all benefited from Rush's
intelligence and wisdom during his time in office.

I was fortunate to have the opportunity to work with Rush on
protecting our environment. His perspective as a scientist has enriched
the debate over conserving our natural resources and seeking clean
sources of alternative energy. I wish him the best in his new role as
CEO of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, a cause
that is close to his heart.

Mr. Speaker, please join me in honoring the service of Congressman
Rush Holt in the United States House of Representatives.

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