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United States Senator Richard C. Shelby to Visit Vilnius on October 19-20, 2002
October 18, 2002
Vilnius, October 19, 2002 -- The Embassy of the United States of America in Vilnius is pleased to announce that, US Senator Richard C. Shelby and his wife Dr. Annette Shelby will visit Vilnius on October 19-20, 2002. Senator Shelby will be accompanied by his staff.
Senator Shelby is a Vice-Chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and the Ranking Member of the Transportation Subcommittee, Senior Member of the Senate Banking Committee.
Senator Shelby will meet with American Embassy officials and President Valdas Adamkus.
The meeting with President Valdas Adamkus is scheduled at 11.00h on Saturday, 19 October 2002. Short opportunity for media questions at 11.30h.
Please find Senator Shelby biography below.
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Biography of Richard Shelby, Alabama's senior United States Senator
Richard Shelby, Alabama's senior United States Senator, came to the Senate in 1987 with more than 20 years of experience in public service and business, an undeniable commitment to Alabama, and the simple philosophy that a smaller government can also be a more effective government. He has built an impressive reputation of defending the rights of working Americans and has diligently worked to increase fiscal responsibility and common sense in federal government.
Sen. Shelby believes that the US national security is one of the primary responsibilities of the US Federal Government. As Vice-Chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, he ensures that the Committee oversees and monitors all facets of national security. Whether it's threats from rogue nations, terrorism, or concern about the transfer of militarily significant technology to foreign countries, Sen. Shelby has worked to ensure that such matters are carefully reviewed and monitored by the Committee.
Sen. Shelby serves as a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and is the Ranking Member of the Transportation Subcommittee.
Through other Appropriations Subcommittees on which he serves, Sen. Shelby is able to effectively oversee and provide funding for the US defense and military infrastructure---a need that he believes has never been more important for the future of the American nation. At a time when some would ignore potential threats to U. S. security, Sen. Shelby has continued to advocate for the strongest and best prepared national defense system possible. He also maintains careful watch over our nation's defense and aerospace industries. His support for the creation of a ballistic missile defense system, needed to protect the United States from attack, is an important defense priority.
As a Senior Member of the Senate Banking Committee, Sen. Shelby has been an effective leader in the movement to repeal overburdensome federal regulations that punish banks as well as consumers.
Sen. Shelby's legislative agenda mirrors not only his conservative values, but also his commitment to freedom, family and a strong prosperous economy. He has authored and introduced legislation to create a balanced budget constitutional amendment each and every year since his election to federal office.
Sen. Shelby has received countless awards for his outstanding record on business, economic, family and seniors issues---awards like the "Spirit of Enterprise," from the U. S. Chamber of Commerce; "Guardian of Small Business," from the National Federal of Independent Business; "Taxpayer's Friend," from the National Taxpayers Union; "Friend of the Family," from the Christian Coalition; and "Guardian of Seniors' Rights," from the 60 Plus Association; to name a few.
Sen. Shelby is a graduate of the University of Alabama's undergraduate and law programs. He and his wife, Annette Nevin Shelby, have two sons: Richard Jr. and Claude Nevin.
