I urge my colleagues in the House--lets pass a prescription drug bill before we adjourn in October of this congress.

Joe's values and goodness of character went far beyond his immediate family. He was unselfish and backed up that trait with action.

Mr. Speaker, back in February of this year we lost a great Texan with the passing of former Congressman Joe Kilgore.

The word exemplary is not one I use loosely; however, when used to describe Joe Kilgore it is indeed apropos.

He will be remembered for his sense of humor and for his high morals and the goodness of his character.

To many countless Texans, he was Joe Kilgore: respected lawyer, gentleman, and someone you could count on to give you the right advice or help on a problem or a project.