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Senate honors retiring members with citations and tributes
Summary
The Utah Senate read official citations and presented tributes to retiring senators Robert F. Montgomery, Robert M. Muellstein and Howard C. Nielsen, highlighting their service, biographies and family remarks.
The Senate paused its legislative business to present official citations and tributes to several retiring members.
Senator Robert F. Montgomery
A citation honoring Senator Robert F. Montgomery (Senate District 19) recounted his career as a physician, his service in the U.S. Army, his legislative committee service and his family. Colleagues praised his legislative contributions, health-care expertise and mentorship. Senator Montgomery accepted the citation and thanked colleagues and staff.
Senator Robert M. Muellstein
Senator Muellstein (biographical remarks read) was recognized for his public-service work and family. He gave brief remarks about the experience of serving at a young age and thanked colleagues.
Senator Howard C. Nielsen
Senator Nielsen received a citation highlighting a long career in public service, academic credentials, and committee assignments. Colleagues complimented his institutional memory and service.
The floor offered personal tributes and presented commemorative watches. Senators and family members spoke; the body emphasized that the ceremony was not a closing event for the Senate but rather formal recognition of long service.
