[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 148 (Tuesday, October 2, 2007)]
[Senate]
[Page S12431]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    NATIONAL FRANCHISEE ASSOCIATION

 Mr. CHAMBLISS. Mr. President, throughout the course of our 
Nation's history, the prosperity of America and its citizens has 
invariably been linked with the success of its economy. Our country 
should be proud of its entrepreneurs, who are key components of that 
success.
  I would like to recognize and thank the National Franchisee 
Association for providing the support and resources necessary to 
maintain its membership which consists of Burger King franchisees. The 
NFA was founded with a mission: ``To improve, preserve, and ensure the 
economic well-being of all members.'' For nearly 20 years the NFA has 
delivered this promise by expanding its services and adapting to the 
ever-changing economic and technological landscape. Today, the NFA's 
membership is comprised of approximately 1,200 franchisees from across 
the country, representing every district in every State.
  NFA members employ thousands of citizens and provide individuals, 
especially our Nation's youth, with an opportunity to learn traditional 
American values, including hard work, cooperation, and responsibility.
  On October 10 and 11, the members of the National Franchisee 
Association will arrive in Washington, DC, to engage and educate this 
Congress. I therefore encourage my colleagues to welcome the NFA's 
membership to our Nation's capital and to thank them for their 
continuous positive contribution to the fabric of our society.

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