[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 119 (Monday, August 9, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1541]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              HONORING JIM STEINER'S DISTINGUISHED CAREER

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                             HON. DAVID WU

                               of oregon

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, August 9, 2010

  Mr. WU. Madam Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to Jim Steiner, 
Business Development Specialist for Portland's Small Business 
Administration field office. Specialist Steiner is retiring in August 
after nearly 20 years with the SBA and 40 years of service to our 
country.
  Jim embarked on an exemplary civilian career with the SBA in 1991. 
Over the next 20 years, Jim helped numerous entrepreneurs enroll in SBA 
programs like the veterans Patriot Express program, the Minority and 
Women Owned Business program and the HUBZone program. He approached his 
work with integrity and a sense of dedication learned over a 20-year 
military career.
  Mr. Steiner and his colleagues have assisted businesses that innovate 
and provide jobs and services to our community. Well-known companies 
such as Columbia Sportswear and Mother's Bistro have benefitted from 
SBA's assistance.
  Former Oregon Governor Tom McCall once said, ``Heroes are not giant 
statues framed against a red sky. They are people who say, 'This is my 
community, and it is my responsibility to make it better.' '' Jim 
Steiner truly is an American hero, for he has devoted much of his life 
to making his country and community better.
  In 2008 Jim was awarded the Stanley Magiera Award for Excellence in 
Service to America's Veteran Entrepreneurs. Mr. Steiner's commitment to 
the people he served has been recognized by his colleagues, community 
partners, and the public, who are grateful for his efforts to provide 
excellence in service.
  It is an honor for me to recognize Business Development Specialist 
Steiner for his service and for providing a heroic example to us all.

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