[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 71 (Tuesday, May 1, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E579]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





  IN HONOR OF MARTHA WALLACE FOR BEING SELECTED AS A FINALIST FOR THE 
                      2018 WYOMING JEFFERSON AWARD

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                            HON. LIZ CHENEY

                               of wyoming

                    in the house of representatives

                          Tuesday, May 1, 2018

  Ms. CHENEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Martha Wallace 
on being selected as a finalist for the 2018 Wyoming Jefferson Award. 
She deserves to be very proud of this prestigious recognition.
  The Jefferson Award is the most revered award for public service in 
Wyoming. It was created with the goal of honoring individuals who 
enrich the communities and may otherwise go unnoticed. The award 
emphasizes the importance of serving local communities and that one 
person can indeed make a difference. In Wyoming, a panel of five judges 
independently score nominated individuals and determine four finalists, 
including one winner.
  Martha Wallace has dedicated her time to providing elder care in 
Casper, Wyoming for over 25 years. She volunteers at the Shepherd of 
the Valley Nursing Home and Mountain Plaza Assisted Living, doing 
everything from serving breakfast to residents to raising money and 
helping with parties and activities. She is also a member of The First 
Christian Church and the Christian Women's Fellowship where she raises 
money and participates in various committees.
  Through her work and dedication to helping others, Martha has 
encouraged others to get involved. Martha's work has impacted many 
residents of Casper and the state of Wyoming, and we are lucky to have 
her serve our community.
  Again, Mr. Speaker, I would like to congratulate Martha Wallace for 
being selected as a finalist for the 2018 Wyoming Jefferson Award and 
thank her for her countless contributions to her community. She 
deserves to be extremely proud of all her hard work and of this 
recognition.

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