This resolution honors the life and career of Dirk Kempthorne, a former U.S. Senator from Idaho who died recently. The resolution recognizes Kempthorne's extensive public service career, which included serving as Mayor of Boise from 1985, U.S. Senator from 1992-1998, Idaho's 30th governor, and U.S. Secretary of the Interior under President George W. Bush from 2006. The resolution highlights his key legislative achievements, including authoring the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act and the Safe Drinking Water Act Amendments, as well as his work on transportation funding, environmental conservation, and support for military families and veterans. The resolution was sponsored by all 100 senators and directs that when the Senate adjourns, it will do so as a mark of respect for Kempthorne's memory, with copies of the resolution to be sent to his family and the House of Representatives. This type of memorial resolution does not involve funding or specific timelines, as it serves as a formal tribute to commemorate a deceased former member of Congress.
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