[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 52 (Tuesday, April 24, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E591]
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HONORING MEMBERS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION POST 364 AND AUXILIARY POST 364

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                             HON. TOM DAVIS

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 24, 2001

  Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this 
opportunity to honor two outstanding groups in Northern Virgina, the 
American Legion Post 364 and Auxiliary Post 364. Recently, four of 
their most outstanding members were recognized, as well as the entire 
Auxiliary Unit.
  Jerry Howard, a member of Post 364, received the National Award for 
Children and Youth Chairman of the Year for Region 2. Tirelessly 
devoted to youth education initiatives, Jerry is most often recognized 
for aiding children of veterans, even providing financial assistance to 
those who are in need.
  Marie Rhyne, also a member of Post 364, was recently appointed as a 
member of the National Security Committee. This Committee not only 
lends support to foreign relations, it also endorses ROTC, blood 
donations, crime prevention, and junior law cadets.
  Barbara Stevenson, a member of Auxiliary Unit 364 and Legislative 
Chairman of the Unit, received the National Award for Outstanding Unit 
Legislative Program, Southern Division. Members of the Legislative 
Division make appearances at Congressional hearings and attend meetings 
with Congressmen and women's groups to explain their interests.
  Marcia Wheatley, also a member of Auxiliary Unit 364 and Junior 
Activities Chairman, Department of Virginia, received the National 
Award for Outstanding Department Junior Activities Program, Southern 
Division. Marcia recognizes that helping our youth is key to the 
success of the Unit and the community.
  Finally, Auxiliary Unit 364 was recognized with the Dr. Kate Barrett 
trophy for the most outstanding Unit in the Department of Virginia. 
This prestigious award is well deserved and proves that this Unit gives 
a great deal back to its community.
  Mr. Speaker, in closing, I wish the very best to the above 
individuals and the entire American Legion Post 364 and Auxiliary Post 
364. All of the above recognized people have certainly earned this 
recognition, and I call upon all of my colleagues to join me in 
applauding their remarkable achievements. Northern Virginia is better 
off because of their efforts.

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