[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 132 (Tuesday, September 16, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1424]
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   HONORING THE JOLIET REGION CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY, 2014

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                            HON. BILL FOSTER

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 16, 2014

  Mr. FOSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of the Joliet Region 
Chamber of Commerce and Industry as it celebrates its 100 year 
anniversary.
  For the past century, the Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce and 
Industry has supported local businesses with training, charitable work, 
and community promotion.
  I would like to recognize and thank the Joliet Region Chamber of 
Commerce and Industry Chair of the Board Jeff Thompson and the rest of 
the Chamber Board for their leadership and dedication to our community. 
I would also like to recognize and thank Russ Slinkard, the President 
and Chief Executive Officer of the Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce 
and Industry, and all of the staff.
  The Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce and Industry has been a partner 
to the city as it has grown and changed over the past 100 years. The 
Chamber plays a vital role in the economic health of Joliet and the 
surrounding area.
  Again, I would like to congratulate the Joliet Region Chamber of 
Commerce and Industry for 100 years of service to our community.

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