[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 47 (Wednesday, April 10, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E409]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               GEORGIA NATIONAL GUARD WINS TOP ACOE AWARD

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                           HON. PHIL GINGREY

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 10, 2013

  Mr. GINGREY of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to honor the 
Georgia National Guard on being selected as the winner of the National 
Guard Special Category in the 2013 Army Communities of Excellence 
(ACOE) awards competition.
   It is a source of pride to see Georgia's own National Guard 
recognized for excellence. These servicemen and women have gone above 
and beyond the call of duty to earn this prestigious award.
   The yearly ACOE competition reviews leadership, strategic planning, 
customer focus, and performance criteria to rank installations on their 
overall Army readiness and quality management. The U.S. Army chief of 
staff chooses National Guard installations that best exemplify these 
qualities.
   As this year's deserving winner, the Georgia National Guard's prize 
will include funding towards installation upgrades that will improve 
facilities, and boost morale of soldiers, retirees, and civilians 
serving there.
   Mr. Speaker, this is a momentous occasion for the State of Georgia, 
and it is with sincere gratitude that I would like to extend my deepest 
thanks and appreciation to the Georgia National Guard for the sacrifice 
and hard work that ensures America's safety and won them this esteemed 
award.

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