[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 22 (Wednesday, February 26, 1997)]
[House]
[Pages H632-H633]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        RECOGNIZING EFFORTS OF THE AID ASSOCIATION FOR LUTHERANS

  (Mr. MANZULLO asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. MANZULLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and commend the 
charitable activities of the Aid Association for Lutherans, branch 
2543, located in McHenry, IL, in the district I represent.
  This organization is well-known for its volunteer efforts to help 
improve the quality of life in the community. In 1995, AAL received an 
award from the local county board for recycling 315 tons of paper and 
1,000 pounds of aluminum. It also donated $1,000 to Habitat for 
Humanity and participated in the construction of one of the homes.
  In recognition of its outstanding volunteer service throughout 1995, 
AAL, branch 2543, received a gold star from its home office, one of 
several it has earned over time.

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  I take this opportunity to personally congratulate each member of the 
local for its selfless efforts to help others. It is a fine example of 
how ordinary citizens get together and meet the needs of their 
community. I wish it continued success.

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