[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 154 (Friday, November 18, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2422]
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                    HONORING THE ROWLETT ROTARY CLUB

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                          HON. JEB HENSARLING

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, November 18, 2005

  Mr. HENSARLING. Mr. Speaker, today I would like to help celebrate two 
significant anniversaries of Rotary International. This year, Rotary 
International celebrated its 100th anniversary. From its humble roots 
in Chicago, Illinois, Rotary has grown into a worldwide organization of 
business and professional leaders who provide humanitarian service, 
encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build 
goodwill and peace in the world. Since 1943, Rotary International has 
distributed more than $1.1 billion to combat Polio, promote cultural 
exchanges and encourage community service.
  I also want to recognize the Rowlett Rotary Club for their 20 years 
of service to the community. Throughout its history, the Rowlett Rotary 
Club has achieved great success in carrying out the mission of Rotary 
International.
  The Rowlett Rotary Club has raised money to provide scholarships for 
local youth. They have been involved in local community projects, such 
as a community sleeping bag collection to provide over 100 sleeping 
bags for the homeless. They also work with neighborhood organizations 
like Jonathan's Place, a home for children who are victims of drug and 
alcohol abuse. In addition, they support charities such as Equest, New 
Beginning's Center, and Rowlett Needy Children's Fund.
  Through these initiatives, the Rowlett Rotary Club exemplifies the 
values of service and charity that lie at the heart of American 
society. As the Congressional representative of the members of this 
outstanding organization, it is my distinct pleasure to honor them 
today in the United States House of Representatives.

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