Jason Chaffetz honoring Larry H. Miller, 23 February 2009 This week the people of Utah mourn the passing of a beloved community leader, entrepreneur and philanthropist. Larry H. Miller’s life is an inspiration to all of us who care about our families, our communities and our country. Miller was an extraordinary businessman, building more than 80 companies including his auto business from one dealership in 1979 to 39 today. His business holdings expanded with the 1985 purchase of the Utah Jazz, and later the Salt Lake Bees and the creation of Miller Motorsports Park. Perhaps more important than his business success, was his charitable work, much of it unseen and anonymous. Through his Larry H. Miller Charities, Miller provided for thousands, funded campus sports facilities, and established a training center for entrepreneurs as well as a facility for public safety training. Larry H. Miller had a profound impact on the State of Utah and his works will continue to be a positive force in countless lives. I honor his accomplishments, his example, and his philanthropy. I wish nothing but the best to his family and hope they understand the deep gratitude Utah shares for a truly honorable man.
