Honoring the life of Steven D. Symms, former United States Senator for the State of Idaho.

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Honors the life of Steven D. Symms, a former United States Senator from Idaho.
Born in Nampa, Idaho, in 1938 and graduated from the University of Idaho in 1960 with a degree in Horticulture.
Served in the United States Marine Corps, achieving the rank of First Lieutenant.
Returned to manage the family business, Symms Fruit Ranch, after military service.
Elected to the United States House of Representatives in 1972 and re-elected in subsequent terms until 1978.
Elected to the United States Senate in 1980 and re-elected in 1986.
Served on several Senate committees, including Finance, Budget, Armed Services, and chaired a subcommittee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Contributed to the enactment of the 1981 Reagan tax cuts and improvements to the U.S. highway infrastructure.
Advocated for enhancements at Mountain Home Air Force Base, Gowen Field, and the Idaho National Laboratory.
Worked as a consultant after retiring from the Senate in 1992 and was respected across the political spectrum.
Received the “Iron Mike” award from the United States Marine Corps League and the Idaho Statesman of the Year Award from Idaho State University.
Remembered for his bipartisan efforts for the betterment of Idaho and the nation.
Predeceased by his wife, former wife, son, brother, and sister.
Survived by his sister, sister-in-law, cousins, daughters, stepchildren, and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
The Senate expresses profound sorrow at his passing and directs communication of the resolution to the House of Representatives and his family.
The Senate will adjourn as a mark of respect for Steven D. Symms.

Honoring the life of Steven D. Symms, former United States Senator for the State of Idaho.

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