[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 86 (Friday, June 24, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1351]
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    RECOGNIZING THE ACHIEVEMENTS OF THE CONGRESSIONAL AWARD COUNCIL

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                            HON. JEFF MILLER

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, June 24, 2005

  Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the United States 
Congress, it is an honor for me to rise today to recognize several 
members of my district who have given their time in support of 
Congressional Award program.
  Since 1979, the Congressional Award program has encouraged young 
people around the Nation to learn about their community, their 
government and themselves. Taking part in the program, young men and 
women ages 14 through 23 challenge themselves to accomplish established 
goals in voluntary public service, personal development, physical 
fitness and an expedition. Participants earn bronze, silver and gold 
medals based on their levels of achievement. This is a non-competitive, 
highly individualized program allowing all young people, whether fit or 
disabled, affluent or disadvantaged, to get involved.
  Within Florida's First District, I have had the unparalleled support 
of the Congressional Award Council, most recently led by Martha 
Krehely. This council is one of only four chartered in the nation and 
has been a backbone in nurturing the program over the last decade. Mrs. 
Krehely, along with her husband Don, Ann Ball, Jacqualine Young, 
Margaret Restucher, James Sheffer, Lamar Smith, Thomas Gilliam, Honor 
Bell, Henry Giles and Jeff Weeks, have selflessly devoted hundreds of 
hours over the years to young men and women working to achieve their 
goals. Through their efforts the program has grown so that over 120 
young adults are currently participating.
  Their tireless commitment led to dozens of participants earning their 
bronze, silver and gold medals. As several members move on to other 
challenges, we can all be grateful for the strength and character they 
helped foster in the lives of our future leaders.
  Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the United States Congress, I am proud to 
recognize the First Congressional District's Congressional Award 
Council and wish them continued success in all their endeavors.

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