[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 30 (Thursday, February 25, 1999)]
[House]
[Page H798]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 WELCOMING THE HONORABLE JOHNNY ISAKSON TO THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

  (Mr. LEWIS of Georgia asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. LEWIS of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise this morning, as the dean 
of the Georgia delegation, to welcome our newest Member to the House of 
Representatives. Johnny Isakson won an impressive victory in Tuesday's 
special election in Georgia's 6th Congressional District. He received 
65 percent of the vote in a crowded field of contenders.
  Mr. Isakson brings with him a wealth of experience, having served in 
both the Georgia House and Senate. Back home, Johnny has developed a 
reputation as a bridge builder, a man who has strong beliefs but is 
also willing to work with others to get things done. I believe that 
trait will serve him very well here in Congress.
  Johnny, on behalf of all the members of the Georgia delegation, 
Democrats and Republicans, we welcome you to this great institution, 
the people's House. We look forward to working with you to improve the 
lives of the people of the 6th Congressional District, of Georgia, and 
the people of the Nation.
  Welcome. Welcome here. Work hard and enjoy yourself and have some fun 
as you work.

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