[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 127 (Wednesday, September 19, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1557]
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  HONORING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE INTERNATIONAL BROTHERHOOD OF 
                      ELECTRICAL WORKERS LOCAL 332

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                            HON. ZOE LOFGREN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 19, 2012

  Ms. ZOE LOFGREN of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise with my fellow 
Congress members Anna Eshoo and Mike Honda to honor the 100th 
Anniversary of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers 
Local 332.
  For over a century, the International Brotherhood of Electrical 
Workers Local 332 has worked to ensure the safety and well-being of its 
members.
  Established on August 25, 1912, with only fourteen members, it has 
grown today to include 2,700 men and women striving for the highest 
level of excellence in their trade. Their concern for safety, and 
pursuit for high quality education, led to the creation of one of the 
top electrical training facilities in the United States.
  In fact, these skilled workers have been instrumental in building 
Silicon Valley into the globally renowned location it is today. Members 
of the Local 332 have participated in nearly every major construction 
project in Santa Clara County in the last 100 years; from field-pumps 
and canneries of the early 20th century, to the high tech companies 
that drive Silicon Valley's economy today.
  Just as these tradesmen helped build our homes, schools, hospitals, 
and civic facilities, they also have helped shape our community and 
grow our economy.
  Indeed, Local 332's members contributions extend beyond the workplace 
to building a better community. Its members are active volunteers and 
generous supporters of numerous community and non-profit organizations.
  Their civic work has improved the opportunities and lives of not only 
their own members, but also countless people in Santa Clara County.
  Along with myself, Representatives Anna Eshoo and Mike Honda also 
wish to congratulate the International Brotherhood of Electrical 
Workers on its 100 year anniversary, and commend them for their work on 
behalf of workers' rights, craftsmanship, and their commitment to 
community in Silicon Valley.

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