[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 22 (Monday, February 8, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E155]
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   RECOGNIZING 1ST SERGEANT MICHAEL HAYES FOR OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY 
                                SERVICE

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                          HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO

                             of connecticut

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, February 8, 1999

  Ms. DeLAURO. Mr. Speaker, it gives me great pleasure to come before 
the House today to honor the long and distinguished record of service 
of Marine First Sergeant Michael Hayes. Whether serving his nation in 
the Marine Corps or providing for the needy during the holidays here at 
home, Sergeant Hayes has set a record of achievement that we can all be 
proud of.
  Even while serving the Marine Corps faithfully here in New Haven, 
Sergeant Hayes went above and beyond the call of duty and worked 
diligently to involve his staff and Marine cadets with the community. 
Of all his accomplishments, the most impressive and the most touching 
has been his work on behalf of numerous ``Toys for Tots'' campaigns. 
His commitment has brought more than thirty thousand toys to needy 
children in the Greater New Haven area, putting a smile on the faces of 
so many of New Haven's kids on many Christmas mornings.
  At the end of this year, Sergeant Hayes will leave the Marine Corps, 
retiring with the United States Armed Forces Meritious Service Medal, a 
honor he most certainly deserves. His generosity and dedication to the 
needs of New Haven residents will not be forgotten.

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