[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 129 (Monday, October 16, 2000)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1798]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




RECOGNIZING CELANESE CHEMICALS, CLEAR LAKE PLANT AS A LA PORTE-BAYSHORE 
                      CHAMBER OF COMMERCE HONOREE

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                            HON. KEN BENTSEN

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, October 16, 2000

  Mr. BENTSEN. Mr. Speaker, today I congratulate Celanese Chemicals 
Clear Lake Plant Site for being honored as the La Porte-Bayshore 2000 
Industry of the Year. Celanese's commitment to building a better future 
for the LaPorte/Bayshore community has made it an example that all 
industry can follow.
  Since 1967, Celanese Chemicals and its employees have been 
responsible members of the Clear Lake, Deer Park, La Porte-Bayshore, 
and Pasadena areas, all in my district. Celanese Chemicals, Clear Lake 
Plant Site, is a world leader in the production of organic materials 
and production of bulk commodity chemicals. Located on 1,000 acres, the 
plant's continuous program of innovation and improvement has increased 
the original plant's capacity to more than five billion pounds 
annually.
  The Clear Lake Plant is specifically engineered for synergistic 
production. The synergy increases efficiency, minimizes waste and helps 
ensure quality. Products are shipped worldwide via pipeline, oceangoing 
tankers, barges, rail, and highway tank trucks. Celanese provides 
products to other petrochemical companies, specialty chemical 
companies, and consumer products companies around the world.
  Dedication to worker safety and environmental performance has also 
been a hallmark of this company. Its proactive environmental and safety 
programs have received recognition from many organizations, including 
the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission, the Chemical 
Manufacturers Association, and the Texas Chemical Council. In addition 
to being an integral part of the area economy, the company contributes 
greatly to the community. As a participant in Chemical Manufacturers 
Association's Responsible Care program, the plant takes part in 
community advisory panels, which creates dialogue with plant leadership 
and the local community. The plant is also a member of several 
community chambers of commerce and community service organizations.
  Mr. Speaker, I congratulate Celanese Chemicals, on being named the La 
Porte-Bayshore Chamber of Commerce 2000 Industry of the Year. This is 
well deserved for their hard work in expanding business, producing 
products vital to our lives, their commitment to environmental 
protection and worker safety, and their many contributions to the 
community.




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