[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 99 (Tuesday, June 21, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E967]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING THE LOUISIANA VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS' (VFW) 2016 STATE 
                      CONVENTION IN ALEXANDRIA, LA

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                     HON. CHARLES W. BOUSTANY, JR.

                              of louisiana

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 21, 2016

  Mr. BOUSTANY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Louisiana 
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) for a successful 2016 State Convention 
in Alexandria, LA.
  Our veterans are a national treasure. These men and women have 
sacrificed tremendously, many continuing to live with service-connected 
disabilities, in service to our country. Without their courageous 
decision to answer the call of duty, our nation would not be the 
shining beacon of hope and freedom we are today. As we continue working 
to improve healthcare delivery and expand healthcare services for our 
veterans, the VFW will continue to be an important partner in 
organizing and advocating for our veterans across the country.
  I also want to express my pride and congratulations that Louisiana 
was selected to host the 2017 VFW National Convention in New Orleans, 
LA. I am confident those attending next year's convention will 
experience the rich culture and hospitality during their stay that 
makes us proud to call Louisiana home.
  I remain committed to working with the Louisiana VFW to ensure they 
are represented on the local and national levels. Their tireless 
efforts and advocacy in support of veterans in Louisiana and across the 
country are tremendously appreciated.

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