[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 155 (Tuesday, December 6, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2458]
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                    HONORING THE DALLAS ROTARY CLUB

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                          HON. JEB HENSARLING

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, December 6, 2005

  Mr. HENSARLING. Mr. Speaker, today, I would like to help celebrate 
two significant anniversaries of Rotary International. This year, 
Rotary International celebrates 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 Dallas Rotary Club for their 95 years of 
service to Dallas County. Throughout its history, the Dallas Rotary 
Club has achieved great success in carrying out the mission of Rotary 
International.
  The Dallas Rotary Club has raised money for community programs and 
events, from the local bike rodeo and youth summer camps, to teacher 
award programs and as far away as supporting our troops fighting in 
Iraq and being housed in San Antonio. In addition, they strongly 
support organizations, such as the Children's Medical Center and 
Scottish Rite Hospital.
  Through these initiatives, the Dallas Rotary Club exemplifies the 
values of service and charity that lie at the heart of American 
society. As one of the Congressional representatives 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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