[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 138 (Thursday, October 2, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1969-E1970]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




HONORING SUFFOLK COUNTY COMMANDER PAUL DeVAUL'S COMMITMENT TO AMERICAN 
                                VETERANS

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                         HON. TIMOTHY H. BISHOP

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 2, 2003

  Mr. BISHOP of New York. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 
longtime dedication of Junior Past County Commander Paul DeVaul to the 
American Legion and veterans across the country. As Suffolk County 
Commander for the past two years, Mr. DeVaul has exemplified true 
commitment to Legionnaires and has proven to be a hero to veterans 
everywhere. I commend the American Legion for bestowing a well-deserved 
Testimonial on Mr. DeVaul.
  As a member of Bay Shore Post No. 365 since 1990, Paul's steadfast 
devotion to our veterans community serves as a benchmark for what can 
be accomplished through an allegiance to history and experience as a 
community activist. Mr. DeVaul has formed a lasting bond between the 
American Legion and the Long Island community by establishing 
recognition programs for groups who support veterans and their 
organizations. As the current recording Secretary for the Soldiers and 
Sailors Memorial Committee, Paul has successfully aided his Post to 
take full control of the post home.
  Mr. DeVaul is not only dedicated to improving the lives of our 
veterans but our youth as well. In creating a scholarship for 
outstanding music students in high school marching bands and developing 
an awe-inspiring Flag Day celebration for Commack elementary school, 
Paul has demonstrated the positive roles that our veterans 
organizations have in our communities.
  Paul is an effective advocate for our veterans population and has a 
wealth of knowledge about American history. He is well-known in the 
community and can be counted on to deliver consistently heartfelt and 
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addresses which comforted the grief stricken Long Islanders in the 
aftermath of September 11, 2001.
  After having spent time with Mr. DeVaul I consider him a true patriot 
and am proud to rely on his valuable insight as a member of my 
Veteran's Advisory Committee. I look forward to continuing my work with 
Paul on initiatives that advance the goals of the American Legion and 
all veterans. His commitment is exemplary and I have no doubt that Paul 
DeVaul will continue his great works for many years to come.

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