[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 86 (Monday, June 21, 2004)]
[Senate]
[Page S7101]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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               KENTUCKY MOUNTAIN DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

 Mr. BUNNING. Madam President, I rise to honor and pay tribute 
to the Kentucky Mountain Development Corporation, KMHDC, for receiving 
one of the Fannie Mae Foundation's 6 Maxwell Awards for Excellence.
  The Maxwell Awards of Excellence program showcases the outstanding 
work of nonprofit organizations in developing and maintaining housing 
for low-income Americans. Each year the award is given to only 6 
projects nationwide. The Kentucky Mountain Development Corporation is a 
church-related nonprofit established in 1973, that provides save, 
decent, affordable homes for low-income families in Southeastern 
Kentucky. The staff of nearly 30 works with volunteers to build and 
repair houses for low-income families and provide financing for 
families with income too low to qualify for any other housing 
assistance. KMHDC originates and services low-interest loans and 
provides jobs and promotes economic development through housing 
production in rural Appalachia.
  The Kentucky Mountain Development Corporation is an outstanding 
example of how Kentuckians use their entrepreneurial talent, drive, and 
vision to create opportunities not just for themselves, but for others. 
In the last 30 years, they have provided 600 homes for low-income 
families and it has completed more than 400 home repairs to substandard 
owner occupied units.
  Southeastern Kentucky is fortunate to have the Kentucky Mountain 
Development Corporation as a home-based business. I appreciate their 
loyalty to Kentucky and their community. The company is a shining 
example of leadership, hard work, and compassion. They are an 
inspiration to all throughout the Commonwealth.
  Congratulations, Kentucky Mountain Development Corporation. You are 
Kentucky at its finest.

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