[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 57 (Monday, May 2, 2011)]
[Senate]
[Page S2577]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BRICKLAYERS AND ALLIED CRAFT WORKERS LOCAL 04

 Mr. JOHNSON of South Dakota. Mr. President, today I recognize 
the 100th anniversary of the Bricklayers and Allied Craft Workers, BAC, 
Local 04 of South Dakota Local 04 has served the western region of 
South Dakota with a sterling dedication to the rights of its members. 
The Bricklayers and Allied Craft Workers is nationally recognized as 
the oldest continuous union serving both the United States and Canada. 
The Local 04 unites trowel trades craftworkers thoughout West River 
South Dakota.
  Throughout their existence, Local 04 has served the West River region 
of South Dakota with a steadfast commitment to its trade. Its 
membership has always been modest in size, today consisting of 72 
members, yet the BAC is dedicated to protecting the working rights of 
its members. To date, Local 04 has negotiated fair wages, safe working 
conditions and retirement benefits.
  I applaud Local 04 for its dedication to ensuring its members' rights 
and working towards a higher quality of life. I am honored to recognize 
this historic milestone of 100 years.

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