[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 122 (Wednesday, September 12, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1492]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             RECOGNIZING VIRGINIA INDUSTRIES FOR THE BLIND

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                            HON. ROBERT HURT

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 12, 2012

  Mr. HURT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Virginia Industries 
for the Blind, an Ability One organization that began in 
Charlottesville that empowers blind and visually impaired Virginians in 
achieving their maximum level of employment and career development.
  With 19 locations throughout Virginia, the organization employs 
approximately 150 people, including over 100 whom are blind or visually 
impaired.
  In May, I had the opportunity to witness firsthand the good work that 
Virginia Industries for the Blind does for our local communities. 
Virginia Industries for the Blind operates retail stores on military 
bases and in federal buildings throughout Virginia. From making the 
mattresses used by our heroes in the United States Navy to the 
reflective vests that hard-working Virginians depend on for safety, 
Virginia Industries for the Blind gives back to our community in more 
ways than one.
  Today, I hope my colleagues will join me in commending Virginia 
Industries for the Blind for their service to our local communities.

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