[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 38 (Wednesday, March 24, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E442-E443]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    PAYING TRIBUTE TO BETTY PROCTOR

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 24, 2004

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is a privilege to rise today to pay 
tribute to Betty Proctor for her selfless dedication to the community 
of Jefferson County, Colorado, and congratulate her on receiving the 
``Power of One'' award at the 2004 Colorado Woman Conference. This 
award is bestowed upon women who have made a remarkable impact on their 
community, and Betty could not be a more worthy recipient.
  Betty's life has always revolved around public service, having 
established more than thirty non-profit organizations over the years. 
After retiring from the Jefferson County Social Services six years ago, 
Betty has dedicated her time to an organization she founded, called 
Helping Hearts & Hands. The organization raises money for people who 
need emergency

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funds and cannot get finances elsewhere, and uses these funds for 
emergencies such as paying for car repairs so a single mother can keep 
her job. Betsy's enthusiasm and commitment to her community have been 
the driving force behind Helping Hearts & Hands, and her efforts 
recently secured a grant of $12,000 from a Colorado foundation.
  Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to recognize Betty Proctor here today 
before this body of Congress and this nation and congratulate her on 
receiving the ``Power of One'' award. Cynthia Hessin of KRMA-TV 
selected Betty for this honor, and it is a well-deserved testament to 
her dedication to public service in Jefferson County and the State of 
Colorado. I wish her all the best in her future endeavors.

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