[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 34 (Wednesday, March 13, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E337-E338]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       TRIBUTE TO JOEL VATTENDAHL

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                         HON. GERALD D. KLECZKA

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 12, 1996

  Mr. KLECZKA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to my friend, 
Mr. Joel Vattendahl, who retired from the United Steelworkers of 
America in December 1995.
  Throughout his career, Joel worked tirelessly on behalf of the 
working men and women of Wisconsin. Joel's career in the labor movement 
began in 1965 when he was appointed staff representative with the 
United Steelworkers. In 1981, he was elected to the position of 
director of United Steelworkers District 32. Joel effectively served in 
this position until June 1995. He announced his retirement in December 
1995.

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  In addition to his outstanding work with the Steelworkers, Joel has 
played a crucial role in directing the course of Wisconsin's labor 
movement and has also been very active in a variety of local and 
community affairs. From 1981 until his retirement, Joel served as a 
member of the executive board of the Wisconsin State AFL-CIO. He also 
was a member of the Worker's Compensation Advisory Council and the 
University of Wisconsin Board of Regents. His outstanding efforts with 
these and many other organizations have helped to improve and maintain 
the quality of life for people throughout our State.
  Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the working men and women of the State of 
Wisconsin, I would like to thank Joel Vattendahl for his three decades 
of service and dedication. I wish him a happy and healthy retirement.

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