[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 30 (Thursday, February 15, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E197]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





 RECOGNIZING AL-ROSS SCREEN PRINTING AND EMBROIDERY AS BUSINESS OF THE 
                                  YEAR

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                           HON. BRIAN HIGGINS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, February 15, 2018

  Mr. HIGGINS of New York. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Al-
Ross Screen Printing & Embroidery as the West Seneca Chamber of 
Commerce's choice for the 2018 Business of the Year Award on Thursday, 
February 15th at Kloc's Grove.
  For 45 years, Al-Ross has provided embroiders and screen print 
clothing and apparel for the Western New York area. Through their 
talented work, Al-Ross allows people and organizations of all sorts a 
sense of identity, professionalism and an unforgettable local brand.
  Along with Al-Ross's strong business sense comes an equally strong 
sense of community and giving back. Following the 9/11 terrorist 
attacks, Al-Ross raised and donated more than $20,000. Locally, the 
business founded and supported the Athlete of the Month Club in West 
Seneca schools, giving students athletes t-shirts promoting their 
achievements. Al-Ross consistently donates to basket raffles and 
fundraisers for schools, clubs, churches, benefits, and charities.
  Embodying community spirit, when the Buffalo Bills made the NFL 
playoffs for the first time in seventeen years, Al-Ross rose to the 
challenge and quickly created customized shirts for fans. The Seneca 
Street fixture saw lines out the door as excited Western New Yorkers 
rushed to support their team and their business.
  Mr. Speaker, I wish to take this opportunity to honor Al-Ross Screen 
Printing & Embroidery as they receive the 2018 Business of the Year 
Award from the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce. The contributions to 
our community made by this business are commendable, and I wish them 
much continued success in their future endeavors.

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