[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 162 (Monday, November 14, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1451]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 IN RECOGNITION OF MR. RICK HENDRICK THE 2016 CITIZEN OF THE CAROLINAS 
                            AWARD RECIPIENT

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                          HON. RICHARD HUDSON

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, November 14, 2016

  Mr. HUDSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor racing legend, and my 
friend, Joseph Riddick ``Rick'' Hendrick III on his recognition as the 
2016 Citizen of the Carolinas, presented by the Charlotte Chamber of 
Commerce. Each year, the Charlotte Chamber recognizes one outstanding 
individual for their accomplishments and contributions to our community 
by presenting them with their highest award, the Citizen of the 
Carolinas.
  Having lived in Charlotte for nearly 40 years, Mr. Hendrick's impact 
on local businesses and the surrounding community can be felt 
throughout the region. Best known for his successes in NASCAR, the 
Hendrick Motorsports team has been consistently recognized as one of 
the sport's premier organizations. His laundry list of accomplishments 
include 14 NASCAR national series championships as an owner, the most 
all-time, as well as producing some of the most well-known and beloved 
drivers including Jeff Gordon, Jimmie Johnson, and Dale Earnhardt Jr.
  Aside from his success on the track, Mr. Hendrick has devoted 
countless hours to bettering those around him through his considerable 
charitable work with organizations such as Levine Children's Hospital 
and Together We Feed Charlotte. In 2015 he set a new fundraising record 
as Chairman of the Charlotte Observer Summer Camp Fund. Today, giving 
back to the community remains an integral part of Mr. Hendrick's life.
  Having grown up in this community, I have been fortunate to see Mr. 
Hendrick's work first hand. There is no doubt in my mind that he is 
extremely deserving of this award. I look forward to continuing to work 
alongside community leaders as we strengthen business and improve the 
lives of everyone in our community.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me today in congratulating Rick Hendrick, 
his wife Linda, and their entire family on Rick's recognition as the 
2016 Citizen of the Carolinas.

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