[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 46 (Thursday, March 15, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E329]
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           HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF ROBERT C. SWEENEY

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                          HON. JOSH GOTTHEIMER

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 15, 2018

  Mr. GOTTHEIMER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and 
legacy of Robert C. Sweeney--a bold and courageous community leader, a 
pioneer for New Jersey workers, and a devoted husband, father, and 
grandfather. He will be deeply missed by the entire State of New 
Jersey, particularly our brothers and sisters in labor for whom he 
tirelessly advocated throughout his entire life.
  Bob was committed to fighting for the working men and women of New 
Jersey. For twenty-five years, Bob served as President and Business 
Manager of Local 399 of the International Association of Bridge, 
Structural and Ornamental Ironworkers in South Jersey. As the longest-
serving business manager in the history of the ironworkers, Bob fought 
vigorously to defend the labor movement and New Jersey's dedicated 
workforce. Bob's unflinching values and passionate leadership continue 
to live on through the steadfast work of his sons--Robert Sweeney, New 
Jersey Senate President Stephen Sweeney, and New Jersey AFL-CIO Vice 
President Richard Sweeney.
  Mr. Speaker, I am deeply grateful for Bob Sweeney's invaluable 
contributions to our community and our state, and I am confident that 
his memory will serve as an inspiration for our future generations.

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