[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 51 (Wednesday, April 2, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E486]
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      INTRODUCTION OF A BILL EXPRESSING THE SENSE OF THE HOUSE OF 
  REPRESENTATIVES THAT PUBLIC SERVANTS SHOULD BE COMMENDED FOR THEIR 
 DEDICATION AND CONTINUED SERVICE TO THE NATION DURING PUBLIC SERVICE 
                RECOGNITION WEEK, MAY 5 THROUGH 11, 2008

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                          HON. DANNY K. DAVIS

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, April 2, 2008

  Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Madam Speaker, the week of May 5 through May 
11, 2008, marks the 24th anniversary of Public Service Recognition 
Week, PSRW. PSRW is a week set aside to commemorate the hard work, 
dedication, and sacrifice made by our Nation's Federal, State and local 
government employees. I am proud to once again introduce this 
resolution honoring public service and public servants.
  Public Service Recognition Week offers an opportunity for all 
Americans to both recognize and learn about the significant 
contributions public sector employees make on a daily basis to our 
local communities, States, and country. Whether fighting crime, 
educating future generations, or serving on the front line to protect 
our Nation, public servants touch every aspect of our lives.
  While Public Service Week lasts only 7 days, I believe that the 
contributions and sacrifices of public servants ought to be recognized 
and appreciated throughout the entire year. By honoring public servants 
we show younger generations the importance of public service and 
inspire them to consider entering the field, whether on the Federal, 
State, or local level of government.
  We, as a nation, have a responsibility to honor the commitment of 
government employees and to recognize that our country runs on their 
diligence and hard work. The commemoration of Public Service 
Recognition Week stands as a reminder to every citizen that the 
sacrifices and contributions made by American public employees is what 
makes our country a more perfect union and our Government one that is 
truly of the people, for the people and by the people.

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