[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 204 (Tuesday, December 19, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2389]
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                        HONORING TONY M. ASTORGA

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                             HON. ED PASTOR

                               of arizona

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, December 18, 1995

  Mr. PASTOR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to a longtime 
friend and supporter, Mr. Tony M. Astorga, on the occasion of his 50th 
birthday. It is my pleasure to recognize the achievements of Mr. 
Astorga, and the impact he has had on the people of Arizona.
  Mr. Astorga has long been a valuable member of the Arizona community, 
beginning with his days as a student at Arizona State University. 
During his time at ASU, he received many honors, including his 
placement in ``Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities,'' and 
``Outstanding Young Men of America.'' He graduated from ASU with a B.S. 
degree in accounting with high honors, leading to a long and 
distinguished career in the Arizona business community.
  Currently, Mr. Astorga is the senior vice president, chief financial 
officer and treasurer of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Arizona and 
president of AT International, Inc. He has been named the 
``Professional of the Year'' by the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and 
received the ``Public Service Award'' from the Arizona Society of 
Certified Public Accountants. However, the demands of a highly 
successful professional career have not kept him from making an impact 
on the community. He has been a part of the United Way Agency Review 
Panel, the Blessed Sacrament and St. Joan of Arc Finance Committees, as 
well as participating in the Manpower Advisory Council and Citizens 
Task Force to the city of Phoenix.
  I take great pleasure in recognizing the efforts and contributions 
that Mr. Astorga has made during his lifetime in Phoenix, and I ask my 
colleagues to join me in recognizing the accomplishments of Mr. Tony 
Astorga.

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