[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 136 (Tuesday, October 16, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1699]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     IN RECOGNITION OF THOMAS TIGHE

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                        HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR.

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 16, 2012

  Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Mr. Thomas 
Tighe as he is recognized by the Kiddie Keep Well Camp on the occasion 
of their 10th Annual Fall Gala. Mr. Tighe is truly deserving of the 
Camp's 2012 Civic Leader of Distinction honor.
  Currently serving as President of the Central Labor Council of 
Middlesex and Somerset Counties, Mr. Tighe touts an impressive resume 
of experience with organized labor. Since his 5 year apprenticeship in 
the United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters in 1971, Mr. Tighe 
has steadily become a vital leader of the labor organization, having 
served as President of Local 9 of Central New Jersey; an Executive 
Board Member and Trustee of the Pension, Welfare and Surety Fund; and 
head of the Mega Base Organizing Committee, among others. In addition 
to his roles within the union, Mr. Tighe is an active member in his 
community and throughout Middlesex County. He serves as a member of the 
Boy Scouts of America Executive Board of Central New Jersey Council; as 
Vice Chair of Middlesex County College Board of Trustees; and as a 
member of the Board of the Middlesex County Board of Social Services.
  Additionally, Mr. Tighe has served as a Board Member of Kiddie Keep 
Well Camp for 13 years. Kiddie Keep Well Camp has served 
underprivileged children in Middlesex County for over 80 years. It is a 
place where children, who may not otherwise have been able to attend 
summer camp, can participate in activities and learn valuable life 
skills and lessons. Mr. Tighe's commitment to his community is evident 
in his service to the Kiddie Keep Well Camp.
  Mr. Speaker, once again, please join me in congratulating Thomas 
Tighe on his 2012 Civic Leader of Distinction honor. Mr. Tighe's 
leadership roles and dedication to Middlesex County is truly deserving 
of this body's recognition.

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