[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 93 (Tuesday, July 12, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1471]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    CONGRATULATIONS TO RODNEY STEPP

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                           HON. JULIA CARSON

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 12, 2005

  Ms. CARSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to extend my heartfelt 
congratulation to Mr. Rodney Stepp--a musician par excellence. Although 
there are many musically talented individuals in the Indianapolis area 
none compare to the abundance of talent, compassion and reputation of 
excellence.
  Mr. Stepp was introduced to music by his parents at age 4. His 
parents enrolled him with the prestigious Jordan Conservatory School of 
music, Butler University, Indianapolis, Indiana. Imagine the foresight 
of his parents who believed their son was not too young to begin a 
career of music superbness.
  Following the dictum: ``Unto whom much is given, much is required.'' 
Rodney has been widely acclaimed for his dedication to humankind.
  His good work and dedication to community is evidenced by the 
widespread recognition bestowed upon him by: Center of Leadership 
Development, Entrepreneurship Award 2005; Indiana State Museum Project, 
Addy Award 2005; Christian Service Charities, Board of Directors, 1999-
2005, Achievement and Recognition; Addy Awards for Hoosier Lottery 
Commercials; Ebenezer Baptist Church, Aids Foundation, Dollars For 
Scholars; Indiana Black Expo; Circle City Classic, Indy Parks; Larry 
Conrad Vision Award, Indianapolis Downtown Inc.; United Way of America, 
Excellence Award; Valley Forge Freedom Foundation Award; Achievement 
Award United Way of America and Office of Personnel Management; 
Achievement Award United States Postal Service; and Honorable Discharge 
United States Army 1974.
  Rodney is being celebrated by the Indiana History Center on July 14. 
His honors are noteworthy and deserving of acclaim.
  On behalf of the U.S. Congress, we salute you Rodney Stepp and we 
wish you Godspeed.

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