[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 58 (Thursday, May 5, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E899]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        HONORING THE MARINE CORPS TRIKE PROGRAM OF CITRUS COUNTY

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                         HON. GINNY BROWN-WAITE

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 5, 2005

  Ms. GINNY BROWN-WAITE of Florida. Mr. Speaker, since 1997, the Marine 
Corps League has presented trikes to handicapped children in Citrus 
County, FL.
  Local Detachment #819 was involved with the Marine Corps League 
Auxiliary in conjunction with the Toys for Tots Program in starting and 
implementing the current trike program.
  This past weekend I joined the Marine Corps League to help present 
modified tricycles to some of the handicapped children in Citrus 
County.
  Each tricycle is modified to accommodate the individual handicap of 
the child.
  I can tell you from firsthand experience that the Marines are doing 
an amazing service to these young children, and should be commended for 
their service and dedication to the community.
  I would hope that other Members would identify Marine Corps Leagues 
back home in their districts, and help participate in this worthy 
program.

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