| Washington, D.C.— Congressman Steve King offered the following statement on the passing of former Congressman Henry Hyde of Illinois.
"Henry Hyde was a living inspiration for all, regardless of our political affiliation. Congressman Hyde was the consummate statesman who stood elegantly on the principles of American values."
"He was an enduring friend and inspiration to me. As chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, Henry Hyde’s example is the single most significant reason that I serve on the House Judiciary Committee today."
"Henry Hyde has set the standard for those of us who follow in his footsteps. His legacy will remain for the duration of the republic."
Born in 1924, Rep. Henry Hyde (R-IL) served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1975 through 2006, serving on the House Judiciary Committee throughout his entire time in Congress. He chaired the Judiciary Committee from 1995 to 2001 and also served as Chairman of the House International Relations Committee from 2001 until his retirement last year.
Hyde is often best known for leading the passage of the "Hyde Amendment", which prohibits federal funding of abortion.
On November 5, President Bush awarded Hyde the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the very highest honor the President can bestow on an American citizen.
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