[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 57 (Tuesday, May 1, 2001)]
[Senate]
[Page S4096]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 DEDICATION OF THE PAUL G. ROGERS PLAZA AT THE NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF 
                                 HEALTH

  Mr. NELSON of Florida. Mr. President, I rise today to honor and 
recognize the achievements of a distinguished Floridian and former 
congressman, the Honorable Paul Rogers. The National Institutes of 
Health is dedicating the Paul Rogers Plaza at Bethesda, MD on June 12, 
2001 in recognition of his phenomenal efforts and ardent advocacy for 
public health and medical research.
  Paul Rogers represented Florida's 11th District in the House of 
Representatives from 1956 to 1979, where he earned the distinguished 
and fitting title, ``Mr. Health.'' During his twenty-four years of 
service in Congress and eight years as the Chairman of the House 
Subcommittee on Health and Environment, he consistently demonstrated 
his heartfelt commitment to improving medical care and technology and 
preserving our fragile environment. His extensive list of legislative 
accomplishments and contributions is too great to fully recount, but 
there are several legislative achievements that are particularly 
noteworthy. The National Cancer Act, the Clean Air Act, the Safe 
Drinking Water Act, and the Medicare-Medicaid Anti Fraud and Abuse Act 
are just a few of Paul Rogers' endeavors that continue to impact our 
nation today.
  It is fitting that the National Institutes of Health has chosen to 
honor him with a permanent plaque at the Paul Rogers Plaza, as I am 
certain that the beneficial effect of his public service on the health 
of American people will continue to be felt for many years to come. 
Paul Rogers' foresight in the areas of medical research and 
environmental regulation brought about cutting edge policies that 
continue to protect Americans everyday. His prolific efforts helped 
bring these critical issues to the forefront of our nation's agenda.
  As we continue to debate and develop new legislation aimed at 
improving the health of Americans and our environment, we should take a 
moment to consider and thank the men and women, like ``Mr. Health,'' 
who initiated this crusade. I am extremely pleased that Paul Rogers' 
tireless efforts are being duly recognized by the National Institutes 
of Health.

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