[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 78 (Thursday, June 13, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1029]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         RECOGNIZING WEST GROUP

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                            HON. BILL LUTHER

                              of minnesota

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 12, 2002

  Mr. LUTHER. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to 
recognize an employer in my district that has gone above and beyond its 
duty in showing support for military reservists called to action.
  West Group has been extremely generous to the men and women who have 
been called to duty in this time of conflict.
  When Petty Officer Theodore Cabbage was activated, for example, West 
Group immediately put into place a package of benefits to support his 
family until his return. In addition, West Group agreed to meet the 
difference between Petty Officer Cabbage's civilian and military pay 
for a period of 5 years.
  The outstanding patriotism shown by West Group helps to ease the 
financial worry most military reservists feel when they are away from 
home. In turn, individuals like Petty Officer Cabbage are better able 
to focus on the tasks before them, ensuring that our country is safe 
and secure. It is an honor and privilege to represent West Group in the 
U.S. Congress. I ask everyone to join me in commending their generous 
actions.

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