[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 56 (Thursday, April 2, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E855]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


        TRIBUTE TO THE PIKEVILLE KENTUCKY SOCIAL SECURITY OFFICE

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                           HON. HAROLD ROGERS

                              of kentucky

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 2, 2009

  Mr. ROGERS of Kentucky. Madam Speaker, I rise today to commend the 
staff of the Pikeville Kentucky Social Security Office for their 
strong, effective, and compassionate service to the people of Kentucky. 
Their dedication and service has earned them the prestigious Social 
Security's Administration's Best Level Two Office in the Atlanta Region 
Award.
  Social Security plays an important role in the lives of more 
Americans than any other federal program. Whether providing a Social 
Security number for a newborn baby, mailing a check to a retired 
worker, or helping a disabled individual receive benefits, the Social 
Security Administration touches the lives of everyone.
  The field office in Pikeville, Kentucky, is a shining example for 
this extensive federal agency. The Pikeville staff consistently goes 
beyond the call of duty to provide valuable benefits to the people of 
Kentucky. Because of this unwavering commitment to helping others, the 
Social Security Administration recognized the Pikeville Office as the 
Best Level Two Office in the Atlanta Region. This is the highest honor 
a social security office can receive.
  This award would not be possible if it weren't for the committed 
individuals who have dedicated their lives to public service. The 
Pikeville office is professional, courteous, and goes above and beyond 
in order to ensure the highest quality of service to all those who are 
in need of their assistance. This award is a reflection of each and 
every employee's exceptional performance in delivering quality public-
centered service in a timely and efficient manner.
  Madam Speaker, on behalf of my colleagues and myself, I want to thank 
the staff at the Pikeville Social Security Office for their hard work 
and dedication to serving the people of Kentucky. These fine Americans 
are an inspiration to us all, and I salute them for their commitment to 
helping others.

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