[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 107 (Wednesday, July 24, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1122]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


    HONORING THE 10TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE NASCAR TECHNICAL INSTITUTE

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                         HON. ROBERT PITTENGER

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 24, 2013

  Mr. PITTENGER. Mr. Speaker, greetings to all those gathered to 
celebrate the 10th anniversary of the NASCAR Technical Institute.
   For over sixty years, NASCAR has captured the hearts and minds of 
millions of Americans. Skilled mechanics and technicians are the 
lifeblood of the industry. The individuals graduating from the NASCAR 
Technical Institute each year are a crucial part of the teams that 
ensure the sport's safety and continued success.
   Additionally, the Institute is an important part of the Mooresville 
community and the entire region. NASCAR Tech consistently boasts 
exceptionally high graduation rates as well as high rates of employment 
upon graduation. You provide your students with many opportunities to 
learn and excel, such as partnerships with some of the world's best 
known manufacturers and access to state-of-the-industry technology. All 
of this enables graduates from this Institute to transition easily from 
the classroom to the workforce.
   Race City, USA, and NASCAR would not be the same without the 
influence of the NASCAR Technical Institute and its alumni. The 
Institute's growth and accomplishments in just ten years are amazing, 
and I look forward to watching your continued success in the next ten 
years and beyond.
   Suzanne and I send our best wishes on this special occasion.

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