Carroll A. Campbell, Jr. Federal Courthouse

CARROLL A. CAMPBELL, JR. FEDERAL COURTHOUSE -- (House of Representatives - September 27, 2006)

Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I move to suspend the rules and pass the bill (H.R. 5546) to designate the Federal courthouse to be constructed in Greenville, South Carolina, as the ``Carroll A. Campbell, Jr. Federal Courthouse,'' as amended.

The Clerk read as follows:

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Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume.

H.R. 5546, introduced by Representative BOB INGLIS of South Carolina, designates the United States Courthouse to be constructed in Greenville, South Carolina, as the Carroll A. Campbell, Jr. Federal Courthouse. The bill honors former South Carolina Governor and U.S. Congressman Carroll A. Campbell, Jr.

In 1970, Governor Campbell's political career began with his election to the South Carolina House of Representatives, and later served in the South Carolina Senate. He served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1979 until his election as Governor in 1986.

As Governor of South Carolina, Campbell coordinated his State's response to Hurricane Hugo and lured large industry to the State. After two terms in office, Governor Campbell was prevented from seeking a third term by term limits.

In 2001, at the relatively young age of 61, Governor Campbell was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Governor Campbell passed away after a severe heart attack on December 7, 2005.

This is a fitting tribute to a dedicated public servant and a former Member of this Chamber. I support this legislation and encourage all my colleagues to do the same.

Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of my time.

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