[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 137 (Monday, December 6, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E2164-E2165]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            HONORING CONGRESSMEN AMO HOUGHTON AND JACK QUINN

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                               speech of

                           HON. SUE W. KELLY

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, November 19, 2004

  Mrs. KELLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to extol the dedicated public 
service and achievements of two fellow New Yorkers who are retiring 
from Congress. Amo Houghton and Jack Quinn have both exemplified 
commitment and effectiveness during the time they served their 
constituents in Washington. Their outstanding presence in this chamber 
will be missed.
  When it comes to obtaining federal assistance toward New York's 
widespread transportation needs, Jack Quinn has fought and won millions 
of dollars for our state. It has been an honor to work together with 
him on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. During 
his 12 years in Congress, Jack Quinn also has distinguished himself by 
enhancing New York's agriculture industry, protecting our veterans, and 
advocating the American worker on labor issues.
  Amo Houghton saved one of his best achievements for last when he 
successfully fought this year to keep open the Canandaigua VA hospital 
that serves New York veterans. He has made a profound impact on both 
the domestic and international issues considered in this chamber during 
his 18 years in Congress, and he has worked tirelessly to boost the 
economy of New York's Southern Tier.
  Mr. Speaker, surely I echo the sentiments of many in our state when I 
say thank you to Jack Quinn and Amo Houghton for taking

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such a positive and effective approach to representing New York in 
Washington. They always put the interests of their constituents first, 
and both can now retire from Congress extremely proud of their storied 
careers in the U.S. House of Representatives.

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