[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 139 (Thursday, October 27, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2185]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          SALUTE TO HURRICANE VOLUNTEERS AT JPS HEALTH NETWORK

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                        HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 26, 2005

  Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to salute those individuals 
and organizations that opened their hearts and dedicated both financial 
and emotional support to the evacuees of Hurricane Katrina and 
Hurricane Rita. All of the States along the gulf coast have endured 
terrible hardships during this hurricane season, and I know that the 
generosity of North Texans played a vital role in bringing some peace 
into their lives.
  Today, I want to specifically thank one company and their donation. 
JPS Health Network registered 1011 Hurricane Katrina evacuees and 
admitted 230 to the hospital for radiology, lab work, or other 
services.
  Committed to improving the health of families and individuals in 
Tarrant County, JPS Health Network includes John Peter Smith Hospital, 
the JPS Institute for Health Career Development, a network of 
community-based health centers, home care and psychiatric services at 
Trinity Springs Pavilion.
  I stand here today to sincerely thank JPS for their help and 
donation. It is people like them that I am proud to call fellow Texans. 
Through their contribution, they not only stand as devoted and giving 
American citizens, but they serve as an inspiration to others.

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