[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 107 (Friday, September 10, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1584]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


 CELEBRATING THE VIENNA CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FEDERAL 
                            EMPOYEES (NARFE)

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                             HON. TOM DAVIS

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 9, 2004

  Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commemorate 
the 35th anniversary of Chapter 1116 of the National Association of 
Retired Federal Employees (NARFE), located in Vienna, Virginia.
  Founded in 1921, NARFE is a multi-tiered, political, nonpartisan 
organization dedicated to preserving the earned retirement benefits of 
all federal civilians. Membership eligibility includes current, former, 
and retired federal civilians, as well as their spouses and survivor 
annuitants. Chapter 1116 is one of over 1600 NARFE chapters nationwide.
  The Vienna chapter hosts speeches from state and local officials as 
well as those running for specific offices. NARFE officers from state 
and national organizations address issues of interest to those retired 
as well as the general public. Musical programs, talks and discussions 
about home and garden maintenance as well as historical and cultural 
issues add variety to the meetings.
  Currently, the Vienna chapter has 668 members under the leadership of 
president Ginger King and first vice-president ``Van'' Van Huizen. The 
chapter prides itself on approaching all issues in a realistic and 
humanitarian manner. Its members have worked tirelessly for the 
benefits of federal retirees and all elderly, cooperating with local, 
state, and federal agencies to do so. Members assist shut-in seniors 
and provide convenience items and comfort to those in retirement homes. 
On a national level, NARFE contributes to Alzheimer's research and 
sponsors a college scholarship program.
  Mr. Speaker, in closing, I would like to congratulate NARFE Chapter 
1116 on 35 years of success. They have become a strong organization 
committed to serving the interests of their members and their 
community. I call upon my colleagues to join me in applauding the 
chapter members' past accomplishments and in wishing Chapter 1116 the 
best of luck in the many years to come.

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