[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 99 (Tuesday, July 25, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1514]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       HONORING THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF STATE VETERANS HOMES

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                               speech of

                           HON. SCOTT GARRETT

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, July 24, 2006

  Mr. GARRETT of New Jersey. Madam Speaker, as a cosponsor of H. Con. 
Res. 347, I am pleased to support this resolution honoring the work of 
the National Association of State Veterans Homes and the 119 homes 
across the country that honor our nation's heroes.
  I am proud to work on closely with the State Veterans Home in 
Paramus, New Jersey. This excellent facility is run by caring 
individuals who work hard each day to see that our veterans are given 
the care that they earned sacrificing for our nation. Veterans Affairs 
Secretary Nicholson recently had the opportunity to tour the facility 
with me and see the tremendous effort that Doris Neibart, director of 
the home, and all the nurses and staff have put into caring for 
veterans in the final stages of life's journey.
  Throughout the 20th Century and now into the 21st, the American 
soldier, sailor, airman, and Marine has been a force for good in this 
world. Working together, they have kept our nation safe from the 
threats of fascism, communism, and now terrorism. We owe them all a 
great debt of gratitude and the best care we can provide.
  Our nation has a rich history of promoting freedom and spreading 
democracy, a history that was made possible by countless individuals 
who served in our armed forces. We remember all who contributed as well 
as those that stand ready to serve the cause of freedom today. I am 
proud to represent so many selfless and brave heroes and to honor those 
who work for their welfare.

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