[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 111 (Thursday, September 5, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1511]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         TRIBUTE TO MR. JOHN STALLWORTH OF HUNTSVILLE, ALABAMA

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                    HON. ROBERT E. (BUD) CRAMER, JR.

                               of alabama

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 5, 2002

  Mr. CRAMER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and congratulate my 
constituent, Mr. John Stallworth of Huntsville, Alabama. John 
Stallworth played college football for Alabama A&M University in 
Huntsville, where he was an All-Southern Intercollegiate Conference 
receiver in 1972 and 1973. He went on to have a legendary career in the 
National Football League with the Pittsburgh Steelers, helping them 
become one of professional football's greatest dynasties. Now a highly 
successful business owner and an integral part of the Huntsville 
community, the City of Huntsville is celebrating John's impressive 
career and his induction into the prestigious Pro Football Hall of 
Fame.
  John Stallworth was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on 
August 3, 2002 in Canton, Ohio. His son, John Stallworth, Jr. 
eloquently presented him for induction into the NFLs elite ranks. His 
wife Flo and daughter Natasha joined him for the ceremonies, as did 
many other family members and friends from Alabama. John played wide 
receiver for the Steelers for fourteen years during which he earned 
four Super Bowl championship rings and set multiple Steelers receiving 
records. His Steeler teammates twice recognized him as team MVP. He 
played in four Pro Bowls, was named All-Pro in 1979, All-AFC in 1979 
and 1984, and NFL ``Comeback Player of the Year'' in 1984. He finished 
his pro football career with 537 receptions for 8,723 yards and 63 
touchdowns.
  John Stallworth retired from professional football after the 1987 
season in order to focus on his business in Huntsville. In 1986, along 
with his wife and business partner Sam Hazelrig, he began Madison 
Research Corporation, which now operates in multiple states and employs 
over 650 people. Madison Research, an engineering and information 
technology company, has become a very important business for the 
economy of North Alabama. His company makes substantial contributions 
to our nation through its valuable work on key government projects, 
primarily for the Defense Department and NASA, each of which has a 
significant presence in North Alabama.
  As President and CEO of Madison Research, John still finds the time 
to give much back to his community. One of his latest efforts is a 
partnership between Madison Research and Lockheed Martin to provide 
internships for students from historically black colleges and 
universities in order to give them the same opportunities that helped 
him succeed.
  Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the United States House of Representatives 
and the people of North Alabama, I rise to commend and thank John 
Stallworth for his distinguished career and his dedication to our 
community. The City of Huntsville is honored to have such a fine 
individual as a strong business and community leader.

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