[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 43 (Wednesday, March 11, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E631]
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          COMMENDING THE OUTSTANDING WOMEN OF SOMERSET COUNTY

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                           HON. LEONARD LANCE

                            of new jersey---

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 11, 2009

  Mr. LANCE. Madam Speaker, I rise in honor of National Women's History 
Month, and I would like to congratulate a number of outstanding women 
who will be recognized at the Somerset County's Commission on the 
Status of Women awards in New Jersey's Seventh Congressional District.
  The Commission presents awards annually in celebration of National 
Women's History Month in March. This year there are 17 women being 
honored, including entrepreneurs, educators and hometown heroes whose 
community service is considered extraordinary.
  This year's Public Service Award winner is Pamela Ely of Bridgewater. 
She is a founding member of the Raritan Valley Habitat for Humanity.
  Pamela served on the organization's board of trustees for three years 
and as president for three years.
  She has been the organization's executive director for the past 
decade, and has made substantial contributions to the organization's 
growth and success.
  I am pleased to congratulate Pamela Ely for her outstanding efforts 
and share her good work with my colleagues in the United States 
Congress and the American people.

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