[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 103 (Friday, June 16, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E841]
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                         RECOGNIZING ELENA BOAL

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                       HON. BONNIE WATSON COLEMAN

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, June 16, 2017

  Mrs. WATSON COLEMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Elena 
Boal--a remarkable young woman who, this year, received the 2017 
Congressional Gold Medal.
  A resident of Princeton Junction, Ms. Boal has demonstrated an 
immeasurable passion for theater and the arts. A crew member for a 
number of theater productions, buildings sets, and working backstage on 
shows she has made it her mission to elevate the importance of arts in 
her own community. She continues to give back to youth that will become 
our nation's future leaders by volunteering with the West Windsor-
Plainsboro Alliance for the prevention of alcoholism and drug abuse and 
through Urban Promise Trenton serves as a tutor at the Trenton Free 
Public Library. Her dedication to greater good, devotion to her local 
community and the improvement of the lives of those around her speak to 
her character and is to be admired
  While being a pillar of hope and progress for her community--Ms. Boal 
remained committed to being a well-rounded student athlete as a member 
of the lacrosse team and skilled sailor, successfully charting a course 
through the Chesapeake Bay.
  Beyond the Congressional Gold Medal Award program, extraordinary 
individuals like Ms. Boal exemplify the best and brightest of our 
nation's future. As a resident of New Jersey's 12th congressional 
district, I couldn't be more proud of her for taking up such a 
difficult challenge and making a positive change for themselves and 
their community.
  Mr. Speaker, I sincerely hope that my colleagues will join me in 
congratulating Ms. Boal on her amazing accomplishment.

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