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From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS
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TRIBUTE TO TRENT CLARK
Mr. CRAPO. Mr. President, along with my colleagues Senator
James Risch, Representative Mike Simpson, and Representative Russ
Fulcher, I congratulate Trent Clark on his upcoming retirement from the
Bayer Corporation after 26 years of service. We have greatly enjoyed
working with Trent over the course of his career and thank him for the
service he has provided to the people of Idaho in both his official and
individual capacities.
On behalf of Bayer, Trent has provided steadfast dedication to his
responsibilities inherent as public and government affairs director. In
that role, he has provided invaluable assistance to Bayer's operations
in Soda Springs, which are an integral part of the southeastern Idaho
economy. Most notably, Trent has played a critical role in the effort
to permit Bayer's next phosphate mine, Caldwell Canyon, which has 40
years of estimated reserves and will be one of the world's most
environmentally sustainable mining operations, particularly in its
approach to sage grouse habitat. Trent has also helped to further
important company efforts to support our local communities,
particularly their school systems, and to protect our environment.
Additionally, for many years, Trent has worked in a collaborative
manner with key stakeholders with a genuine humility and desire to
achieve a positive outcome.
As an individual citizen, Trent has also provided excellent service
to the people of Idaho in his capacity as chairman of the Idaho
Workforce Development Council and as a member of the boards of the
Idaho Humanities Council, Idaho Community Foundation, and the Idaho
Association of Commerce and Industry. Trent's prior public service
includes 2 years as the State executive director of the Farm Services
Administration, 3 years as chairman of the Idaho Republican Party, a
year as staff to the Joint Economic Committee of Congress, and 8 years
as staff to former U.S. Senator Steve D. Symms.
Prior to joining Bayer, Trent graduated with honors from Brigham
Young University, where he majored in political science and botany. He
also earned an associate of arts degree from Ricks College in Rexburg,
ID. After college, Trent worked as a botany instructor for the
Yellowstone Institute, as well an executive vice president for the Fox
Creek Pack Station.
In addition to Trent's strong record of leadership and service to the
community, Trent has served his family and church well. Trent has been
married to the former Rebecca Lee since May 23, 1986, and together,
they have four children: Brittany (deceased), Kathleen, Christin, and
Alexander. Trent and his family enjoy horseback riding and backcountry
hiking and camping. It is our sincere wish that Trent be blessed with
many years of retirement with his family.
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