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Rep. Jim Banks Statement on the Passing of Senator Dick Lugar

Fort Wayne, IN - Today, Congressman Jim Banks (R-IN), released the following statement regarding the death of former Indiana Senator, Richard Lugar.  

Said Rep. Banks, “Dick Lugar is a giant in the hearts and minds of Hoosiers and all who served with him during his career in public service and record-setting tenure in the Senate.  His selfless service and tireless advocacy on behalf of the state and nation we both love inspired many to follow his footsteps into public service. I had the privilege to spend a fair amount of time with him since being elected to Congress and will treasure the counsel and encouragement he provided.  The world is a better place because of Sen. Lugar and he will be missed immensely.  Amanda and I send our prayers and condolences to the Lugar family, and all those who are mourning his loss.”

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Congressman Jim Banks represents Indiana’s 3^rd Congressional District and serves on the House Armed Services Committee, Committee on Veterans Affairs, and Committee on Education and Labor.  Please direct all press inquiries to tw.arrighi@mail.house.gov.