[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2169]
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      HONORING CONGRESSMAN AMO HOUGHTON AND CONGRESSMAN JACK QUINN

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                               speech of

                           HON. VITO FOSSELLA

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, November 19, 2004

  Mr. FOSSELLA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and pay tribute to 
one of my distinguished colleagues from the State of New York, 
Congressman Jack Quinn. In his six terms as Representative of the 27th 
District of New York, Congressman Quinn brought a strong and well 
respected voice to the United States Congress. His good nature and 
approachability made him a pleasure to work with, for both sides of the 
aisle. As Chairman of the Committee on Transportation and 
Infrastructure Subcommittee on Railroads, Mr. Quinn fought to preserve 
Amtrak as part of our Nation's infrastructure and worked tirelessly 
towards ensuring the safety of our railroads. He has used his seat on 
the Committee on Veterans to bring about needed reforms for our 
veterans and to raise awareness and appreciation of our Nation's heroes 
and their sacrifices. His role as Chairman of the House Republican 
Working Group on Labor provided an important link to keep the lines of 
communication open between labor leaders and the Republican party. 
Beyond his legislative accomplishments, Congressman Quinn made service 
to his constituents the cornerstone of his office, and it is this 
service that will be his legacy. On behalf of the residents of New 
York, I would like to thank Mr. Quinn for his exceptional service to 
the United States Congress. His presence, both in the House and within 
the New York delegation will be greatly missed. Mr. Speaker, I ask that 
my colleagues join me in congratulating Mr. Quinn on 12 remarkable 
years of service, and in wishing him and his family all the best in the 
years to come.

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