Today’s Agenda
Senator Lee gives a speech at George Washington University on “The Role of the Federal Government,” and then returns to Utah for the August Recess Work Period.
From the Senator’s Desk
“Colleen Bangerter had many friends in many corners. And she had many talents, including the fact she was the state hopscotch champion in Utah in 1947. There are not many first ladies who can claim that distinction and she definitely did. She was the recipient of the highest award granted by the Boy Scouts of America, which she received a few years ago.
“But of all the honors, including the honors that went along with being the First Lady of the state of Utah and serving with someone who in my opinion was one of the great governors ever to serve our state, her greatest honor, her greatest prize was that of her family. She loved being a mother, loved each of her six children, their 30 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.
“Today, we as Utahans mourn the loss of this great citizen of our state. We mourn the loss of this friend and our thoughts and our prayers go out to former Governor Bangerter and his family. “ Senator Lee, Floor Statement on Colleen Bangerter, 08/02/11
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Recent Votes
On the Budget Control Act, Senator Lee voted NO
Around the Water Cooler
BBA: “I think we are getting closer and closer to the point where it will pass.”
After Recess: “When lawmakers return in September, there will be a number of difficult, intractable issues waiting on the doorstep.”
A Look Ahead
The Senate begins the August Recess Work Period. Senator Lee has several town halls scheduled at the end of the month. For more information, please visit:
http://www.lee.senate.gov/public/index.cfm?p=townhall-meetings