[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 92 (Tuesday, June 5, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E769]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




RECOGNIZING THE 30 YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE DELAWARE AND LEHIGH NATIONAL 
                           HERITAGE CORRIDOR

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                           HON. LOU BARLETTA

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 5, 2018

  Mr. BARLETTA. Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to recognize the Delaware 
and Lehigh National Heritage Corridor, which is celebrating 30 years of 
providing exceptional educational and recreational experiences for 
residents and visitors of Pennsylvania.
  The unique and rich history of the Delaware and Lehigh National 
Heritage Corridor, which spans Luzerne, Carbon, Lehigh, Northampton, 
and Bucks Counties, includes pioneering railroads, steel production, 
and coal mining and distribution. The corridor boasts 165 miles of 
mountain-lined trails, in addition to various canals, rivers and, and 
picturesque towns. Through the preservation of historic railways and 
landscape, the Delaware and Lehigh National Heritage Corridor pays 
tribute to this region's role as an early leader of industrial 
innovation and a shining example of our nation's natural resources.
  Since Congress established the Delaware and Lehigh National Heritage 
Corridor in 1988, the dedicated members of this organization have 
tirelessly worked to maintain and build on the progress of this 
landmark area, which encompasses nine Historic Landmarks, six National 
Recreation Trails, and two National Natural Landmarks. With the support 
of the National Park Service, the Pennsylvania Department of 
Conservation and Natural Resource, the William Penn Foundation, 
countless volunteers and like-minded partner organizations, generations 
of Americans have and will continue to be able to connect with their 
heritage.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me in thanking all those organizations and 
individuals who have dedicated their time and effort over the lasts 30 
years to make the Delaware and Lehigh Heritage Corridor the success it 
is today.

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