[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 109 (Thursday, July 19, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1291]
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     CONGRATULATING WILFRED COOPER, SR. FOR HIS INDUCTION INTO THE 
           CALIFORNIA HOMEBUILDING FOUNDATION'S HALL OF FAME

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                          HON. GARY G. MILLER

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 19, 2012

  Mr. GARY G. MILLER of California. Mr. Speaker, it is with great 
pleasure that I rise to recognize Wilfred Cooper, Sr. for his service 
to the community and this nation. Mr. Cooper has recently been inducted 
into the California Homebuilding Foundation's Hall of Fame, which 
honors individuals who are active in the home building industry and 
committed to improving the lives of others through service to civic, 
social, and philanthropic organizations.
  Mr. Cooper has devoted his career to addressing the need for 
affordable and available housing at both the national and local level. 
He has served as senior life director of the National Association of 
Home Builders, chairman of NAHB's Multifamily Council, and as a member 
of NAHB's Low Income Housing Tax Credit Steering Group. Mr. Cooper also 
volunteers on the Board of Advisors for Jamboree Housing, the Board of 
Directors for Volunteers of America, and the Tuberous Sclerosis 
Alliance.
  In addition to his advocacy and volunteer work, Mr. Cooper founded 
WNC & Associates, Inc. in 1971. It was one of the first affordable 
housing investors in the United States and has long been recognized as 
an industry leader in affordable housing. Today, his firm proudly 
serves more than 45,000 low and moderate income families in 42 states.
  Mr. Cooper's tireless energy and passion, which is apparent in his 
business, advocacy, and volunteer work has bettered the lives of many 
and has produced positive change in neighborhoods across the nation. I 
cannot think of a more deserving candidate for this award. It is my 
privilege to congratulate Mr. Wilfred Cooper, Sr. on this recognition 
and for his lifetime of service to promote affordable housing in 
America.

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