Speech #1000131918

Judge Harry Pregersons following statement of professional achievements gives us insight into his effectiveness and compassion as a jurist: "I have served as judge for over 22 years. During these years I have handled thousands of cases. I have achieved my most important accomplishments. however. in those cases dealing with civil rights. consumer protection. employment discrimination. environmental protection. freedom of speech and press. fair housing. immigrants rights. labor law. Native Americans rights. race relations. and womens rights issues." stated Judge Pregerson. It is a pleasure to bring Judge Harry Pregersons outstanding record of public service to the attention of my colleagues in the House of Representatives and I ask that they join me in paying tribute to him.