[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 73 (Thursday, May 24, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E937]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               HONORING FORMER CONGRESSMAN PAUL G. ROGERS

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                         HON. E. CLAY SHAW, JR.

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 24, 2001

  Mr. SHAW. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize former Congressman 
Paul G. Rogers who will be honored on June 12th by the dedication of 
the Paul G. Rogers Plaza at the National Institutes of Health. This 
occasion is a tribute to Paul's accomplishments in the fields of health 
and the environment.
  Paul G. Rogers was elected to Congress in 1954 where he represented 
South Floridians living in Palm Beach and Broward Counties for twenty-
four years. Paul was a well-respected Member of Congress who was known 
as a man of integrity. He is recognized and has been widely honored for 
his sponsorship of numerous pieces of legislation in the areas of 
health and the environment including the National Cancer Acts of 1971 
and 1977 and the Clean Air and Water Act. This legislation has saved 
the lives of countless Americans and improved the quality of life for 
all Americans.
  As Chairman of the House Committee on Health and the Environment, 
Paul used his broad knowledge and deep understanding of health and 
environmental issues to build a consensus of opinion in favor of 
Congressional action in these areas. In fact, he is often referred to 
as ``Mr. Health.'' Paul was always more interested in results than in 
partisan politics and therefore was able to move widely supported 
bipartisan legislation. His accomplishments are a legacy that 
demonstrates what can be done in Congress if we work together for the 
public good. Today I have the privilege of representing parts of Paul's 
district and am trying to follow the trail that he blazed in these 
important areas.
  The Paul G. Rogers Plaza at the National Institutes of Health honors 
this outstanding American, and my friend, Paul Rogers. I hope that the 
work done at this Plaza will be worthy of the name it has been given.

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