[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 75 (Wednesday, May 7, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E840]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      TRIBUTE TO SANDRA J. HAMLIN

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                       HON. SHELLEY MOORE CAPITO

                            of west virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                         Wednesday, May 7, 2008

  Mrs. CAPITO. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the induction 
of Sandra J. Hamlin into the West Virginia Affordable Housing Hall of 
Fame.
  Born and raised in West Virginia and a graduate of Marshall 
University, Hamlin has demonstrated a commitment to affordable housing. 
As the executive director of the Religious Coalition for Community 
Renewal (RCCR), Hamlin oversees housing assistance for low income 
families, people with disabilities, seniors and the homeless.
  In addition to her work with RCCR, Hamlin is the chair of the West 
Virginia Affordable Housing Trust and was instrumental in the 
development of EcoDwell, a partnership that utilizes an environmentally 
friendly home in Charleston's East End.
  Madam Speaker, the West Virginia Affordable Housing Hall of Fame was 
created for the purpose of honoring those who are true leaders in 
affordable housing and have shown dedication and worked diligently to 
address the affordable housing in the State. Without question, Sandra 
Hamlin's lifetime of service merits this honor.
  Congratulations, to Sandra on her accomplishments to provide West 
Virginians with affordable housing. The Mountain State is proud to call 
her one of our own.




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