[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 151 (Monday, November 1, 1999)]
[Senate]
[Page S13615]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         IN RECOGNITION OF UNITED AUTOMOBILE WORKERS LOCAL 599

 Mr. LEVIN. Mr. President, I rise today to recognize the 60th 
anniversary of the chartering of United Automobile Workers Local 599, 
which is located in Flint, Michigan.
  UAW Local 599 received its charter on January 10, 1939. During the 60 
years since its founding, Local 599 members have been powerful 
advocates for the rights of working men and women and their families. 
Local 599 has helped to improve the living standards of its members by 
successfully fighting for fair wages; sick, accident and life 
insurance; workers compensation; unemployment compensation; and 
education and training opportunities. In addition to the success Local 
599 has achieved for its members and their families, the men and women 
of the Local have been deeply involved in the life of the Flint 
community by supporting countless civic and charitable activities.
  UAW Local 599 has truly played an important role in the history of 
the labor movement. I know my colleagues join me in extending sincere 
congratulations to the past and present members of Local 599, as they 
celebrate the 60th anniversary of its founding.

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