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Congressional Recognition of Former Minnesota Senator Bob Lessard

Original title: RECOGNIZING BOB LESSARD

May 14, 2026

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What this does

This document is a formal legislative tribute and does not change any laws, funding, or government services.

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Bob Lessard

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Last recorded activity May 14, 2026.

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Summary

Representative Pete Stauber delivered a speech in the U.S. House of Representatives to honor former Minnesota State Senator Bob Lessard on his 95th birthday. The remarks highlight Lessard's 26-year legislative career and his contributions to Minnesota's natural resources and industries.

Key Facts

  • Bob Lessard served as a Minnesota State Senator for 26 years.
  • Bob Lessard is celebrating his 95th birthday.
  • Lessard was instrumental in passing a constitutional amendment in Minnesota guaranteeing the right to hunt, fish, and trap.
  • Lessard was a primary advocate for the creation of the Upper Mississippi Headwaters Board.
  • Lessard's legislative work focused on mining, paper production, and logging industries in northern Minnesota.

Why It Matters

This document is a formal legislative tribute and does not change any laws, funding, or government services.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this document change any laws?
No, this is a commemorative speech and does not enact or change any legislation.
Who is Bob Lessard?
He is a former Minnesota State Senator known for his work on natural resources and industry in northern Minnesota.

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organizationUpper Mississippi Headwaters BoardBoard Lessard helped establish to manage the upper 400 miles of the Mississippi Map →
personPete StauberU.S. Representative who delivered the tribute.Map →
personBob LessardFormer Minnesota State Senator being honored for his 95th birthday.Map →
locationMinnesotaState where Lessard served as a legislator.Map →

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