[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 114 (Friday, July 30, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1522]
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    IN HONOR OF THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF HARRIS RF COMMUNICATIONS IN 
                             ROCHESTER, NY

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                     HON. LOUISE McINTOSH SLAUGHTER

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, July 30, 2010

  Ms. SLAUGHTER. Madam Speaker, I rise today in order to express my 
sincere congratulations to Harris RF Communications on celebrating its 
50th anniversary.
  The division is a shining example of how a sense of entrepreneurship 
and perseverance can leave a lasting impression on an industry and a 
community.
  Started by Bill Stolze, Elmer Schwittek, Roger Bettin and Herbert 
VandenBrul in 1960, the outfit has transformed itself from a basement 
operation in Rochester, NY to a $2 billion dollar business in 
international company producing cutting edge technology.
  It is especially fitting that we celebrate this achievement as this 
radio is used and sought after by every branch of the U.S. Department 
of Defense as well as several of our ally nations. Today, their radios 
are seen not only as meeting industry standards, but surpassing them 
with their tbrward looking technology. Their products contain next-
generation communications capabilities that are designed to be 
compatible with existing communications systems. Moreover, they can be 
upgraded in the future to grow as new software and encryption 
technology advances.
  It is this superior design and production, which was recognized by 
the U.S. Army as one of 2007's greatest inventions that leaves me 
confident that our troops and those of our allies are in good hands 
while using Harris RF Communications products.
  The company, which has given so much to the industry, should also be 
commended on their dedication to the community. Their mark has not only 
been felt through their donations to local educational institutions, 
but by participating in mentoring youth in engineering such as the 
newly established Harris Scholars Program for economically 
disadvantaged young girls.
  However, no achievement is won alone, so I would also like to 
recognize all of Harris' local employees for the critical work they 
perform every day in support of our soldiers. Their care and dedication 
assure me that there are many more years of innovative products to 
come.

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