[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 34 (Thursday, March 21, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E397]
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   IN HONOR OF THE 90TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE GIRL SCOUTS OF THE U.S.A.

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                         HON. JOSEPH M. HOEFFEL

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 20, 2002

  Mr. HOEFFEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise to commemorate the 90th Anniversary 
of Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. This valuable organization has been 
empowering young women to develop leadership skills, along with a sense 
of determination, self-reliance and teamwork since 1912.
  Today, the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. have over 3.8 million members 
throughout the United States. In my district alone, 10,000 Girls Scouts 
are able to acquire the self-confidence and expertise that is needed to 
distinguish themselves as leaders in their communities.
  I commend the Girl Scouts of Southeastern Pennsylvania and the Girl 
Scouts of Freedom Valley for their outstanding accomplishments in the 
areas of leadership, community service and personal development. Both 
of these chapters offer young women in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania 
the opportunity to develop life skills that will enable them to become 
confident and caring adults.
  For 90 years, the Girls Scouts of the U.S.A. have had a positive 
impact on the lives of countless young women nationwide. It is my hope 
that the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. continue these strong traditions for 
the next 90 years and beyond.

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