[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 148 (Friday, November 15, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2050]
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                      SELECTIVE SERVICE VOLUNTEERS

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                           HON. BOB SCHAFFER

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 14, 2002

  Mr. SCHAFFER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Mr. George C. 
Everett of Fort Collins, Colorado; Mr. Ralph L. Spellman of Yuma, 
Colorado; and Mr. Dale H. Shoemaker Sr. of La Junta, Colorado on their 
appointments to Selective Service Local Boards 006 and 024 in Greeley, 
Colorado, and 026 in Pueblo, Colorado respectively.
  Local board members have the distinction of receiving an appointment 
by the Director of Selective Service in the name of President George W. 
Bush, and on the recommendation of Governor Bill Owens. Patriotic 
Americans, these board members serve their country by volunteering 
their time to assist the government in selecting men suitable for 
military service in the event of a draft. If a draft commences, these 
citizens would decide who would receive deferments, postponements, or 
exemption from military service based on the individual registrant's 
circumstances and beliefs.
  The Selective Service System is America's defense manpower 
``insurance policy'' in a still dangerous and uncertain world. The 
service performed by a Selective Service Board Member provides a vital 
link between the community and today's military. His hard work helps 
guarantee claims filed by young men for deferments and exemptions will 
receive fair and equitable consideration if a future crisis requires 
reinstatement of a draft.
  Congratulations to these dedicated volunteers on their appointments. 
I urge the House to join me in extending its thanks to the three men 
for their commitment to their country.

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