[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 37 (Tuesday, March 3, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E530]
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                        TRIBUTE TO VINCENT FEMIA

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                         HON. MICHAEL A. ARCURI

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, March 3, 2009

  Mr. ARCURI. Madam Speaker, I rise today in recognition of Vincent 
Femia--a resident of my district in Upstate New York--for his 
outstanding achievements at the 2009 Special Olympic Winter World Games 
held in Boise, Idaho. Vincent played an integral role in helping Team 
USA capture a gold medal during the 4x1K freestyle cross-country relay. 
He also earned a silver medal for his performance in the 7.5K freestyle 
cross-country race, and a bronze medal in the 5K cross-country race.
  At only 24 years old, Vincent has a long and distinguished history of 
participation in the Special Olympics, earning eight gold medals in 
Nordic skiing over the past 15 years. Since first taking to the slopes 
at the age of five, Vincent's stamina and strength have earned him the 
nickname, The Machine.
  Madam Speaker, I am proud to honor Vincent's accomplishments in the 
Special Olympic Games, and look forward to tracking his future success. 
Please join me in congratulating Vincent on this occasion.

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