[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 154 (Friday, November 18, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2423]
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                   HONORING THE MESQUITE ROTARY CLUB

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                          HON. JEB HENSARLING

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, November 18, 2005

  Mr. HENSARLING. 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 Mesquite Rotary Club for their 46 years 
of service to the community. Throughout its history, the Mesquite 
Rotary Club has achieved great success in carrying out the mission of 
Rotary International.
  The Mesquite Rotary Club has raised money to provide scholarships for 
local youth and worked with Rotary International to help eradicate 
polio. They have assisted the Mission East Dallas Charity Clinic as 
well as donating to a program that distributes wheelchairs all over the 
world. In addition, they have been very involved in local community 
projects, such as the Centennial Project, Annual Bike Ride and 
improving a new playground and making it accessible for children with 
special needs.
  Through these initiatives, the Mesquite 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 on the floor of the United States House of Representatives.

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