[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 34 (Friday, February 28, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E278]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 CONGRATULATING JON REEDY ON BEING THE NSSGA'S 2013 SAFETY AND HEALTH 
                        PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR

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                          HON. KENNY MARCHANT

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, February 28, 2014

  Mr. MARCHANT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate 
Jon Reedy of Irving, Texas, on receiving the National Stone, Sand and 
Gravel Association's (NSSGA) 2013 James M. Christie Safety and Health 
Professional of the Year award.
  The award, established in 1987, gives national attention to an 
individual who contributes outstanding efforts to his or her company 
regarding healthy work practices. Mr. Reedy, Director of Environment, 
Safety, and Health for the South Region & Hanson Building Products, 
Lehigh Hanson, Inc., has been a strong advocate for a safe work 
environment and brought proactive changes to daily procedures, 
particularly in mining. His tireless efforts have led to many man-hours 
without workplace injuries among several facilities as well as 
reductions in compensation costs. He is a great asset to not only the 
company but the community as well. NSSGA President and CEO Michael 
Johnson stated that ``Jon's diligent work to boost safety and health 
performance is a great example of the aggregate industry's commitment 
to worker wellness celebrated by the Christie Award.''
  Jon Reedy's receipt of this honor evidences his hard work and 
dedication to not only his company but his workers and community. 
Keeping a safe and healthy work environment is beneficial to all 
parties involved. It is an honor to represent such a distinguished and 
hardworking constituent in Congress and I look forward to seeing the 
results of that success in the form of safer workplaces in North Texas.
  Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the 24th Congressional District of Texas, I 
ask all my distinguished colleagues to join me in congratulating Jon 
Reedy on his award.

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