[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 74 (Wednesday, June 14, 2000)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E996-E997]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING THE INTERNATIONAL BROTHERHOOD OF ELECTRICAL WORKERS LOCAL 90 
                       ON THEIR 100TH ANNIVERSARY

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                          HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO

                             of connecticut

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 14, 2000

  Ms. DeLAURO. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I rise today 
to extend my sincere congratulations to the members of the 
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 90 of New Haven, 
Connecticut as they celebrate their 100th Anniversary.
  Chartered January 1, 1900, fifteen electrical tradesmen established 
what has since become one of the most respected union organizations 
across the State of Connecticut. Historically, union members have been 
challenged by communities to prove that, as tradesman, they deserved 
respect and a better quality of life for their labor and skills. 
Throughout its century of history, Local 90 has expanded its 
jurisdiction--reaching out to other communities, protecting the 
interests of electrical tradesman through much of Central and Southern 
Connecticut.
  I have often said that we are fortunate to live in a country that 
allows its workers to engage in efforts to better employee standards

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and benefits. Local 90 has fought hard for better wages, more 
comprehensive health benefits for their members and their families, and 
safer working environments--ensuring that corporations throughout 
Connecticut listen to their employees and afford them these basic 
rights. Local 90 has been a true leader for our working families, 
giving them a voice during the hardest of economic times.
  In addition to their professional contributions, the members of Local 
90 are dedicated to our community. For the past several years, Local 90 
members have used their expertise to create what has become a highlight 
of the Christmas season--the Fantasy of Lights exhibition at Lighthouse 
Point in New Haven. The exhibition and their work benefits the New 
Haven Rehabilitation Center. The tremendous work that goes into this 
project is truly remarkable--bringing the spirit and joy of the holiday 
season for all of our children and families to enjoy.
  For the many contributions they have made to the working families of 
Southern and Central Connecticut, I am proud to stand today to pay 
tribute to former and present members of Local 90--they have made a 
real difference in the lives of many. I am honored to extend my sincere 
congratulations to them as they celebrate their 100th Anniversary and 
my best wishes for another century of success.

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