[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 108 (Wednesday, July 6, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1043]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING THE BEMIS COMPANY'S WEST HAZLETON PLANT UPON THE OCCASION 
                       OF THEIR 50TH ANNIVERSARY

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                           HON. LOU BARLETTA

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 6, 2016

  Mr. BARLETTA. Mr. Speaker, it's my honor to recognize the employees 
of the Bemis Company's West Hazleton plant, who, for 50 years, have 
supplied innovative packing materials that are used to safely transport 
food. The West Hazleton plant has played an important role in my 
district over the last five decades, employing over 400 people in the 
greater Hazleton area. They are an active sponsor of community events 
and exemplify the strong partnership that can exist between private 
employers and a local region.
  The Hazleton plant has operated under several names throughout the 
years, becoming Bemis in 1993. The company prides itself on promoting a 
family-friendly environment, and for several families this has been a 
multi-generational employer. When you go to the grocery store or 
bakery, you're seeing the work of Hazleton employees--they make the 
bags for bread, rolls, buns, and bagels for thousands of products. 
Their Hazleton employees produce approximately 2.5 billion bread bags 
annually and use their expertise in polymer chemistry to supply the 
global food supply chain with reliable packaging.
  I am also honored to recognize Mrs. Emily Logan upon the occasion of 
her 50th anniversary with Bemis. Such a milestone is increasingly rare 
in today's society, and this milestone speaks both to the talent of the 
employee and the work environment of the employer. Bemis also 
understands the importance of engaging with the broader community to 
create lasting bonds. The company is a member of the Hazleton Chamber 
of Commerce, participates in local food drives, supports Relay For 
Life, and participates in career fairs at Hazleton High School. These 
community initiatives have created lasting partnerships and continue to 
provide opportunities for my constituents and all residents in 
Northeastern Pennsylvania.
  Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure to recognize Bemis Hazleton upon 50 
years of operation in my district and hometown. Bemis Hazleton has 
enjoyed continued success because of their unwavering commitment to 
their employees and the community in which they operate. This 
productive manufacturing facility continues to bring prosperity and 
employment opportunities to my constituents, and I look forward to the 
facility's continued success and innovation in the years to come.

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