[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 147 (Wednesday, September 5, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1203]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               RECOGNIZING THE GENEROSITY OF JACKSON EMC

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                           HON. DOUG COLLINS

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, September 5, 2018

  Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
Jackson Electric Membership Corporation for the generosity that they 
show to Northeast Georgians.
  Jackson EMC provides electricity to ten of Northeast Georgia's 
counties. Throughout our corner of Georgia, the company strives to 
supply more than electricity, committing itself to supporting 
nonprofits that serve local communities.
  Through the company's philanthropic program, Operation Round Up, 
Jackson EMC raises money by encouraging individuals to round their 
monthly power bill payment up to the nearest dollar. The company then 
donates the additional money to Northeast Georgia charities as they 
work to address needs in the community, like homelessness.
  Jackson EMC has contributed $721,482 to local nonprofits since 
January of 2018, and, last year, the company surpassed $1 million in 
donations. The long list of organizations Jackson EMC has supported 
includes North Georgia Interfaith Ministries, Gainesville-Hall County 
Alliance for Literacy, and the Judy House Ministry.
  Jackson EMC illustrates how powerful generosity can become when it's 
multiplied by everyday people. I thank this company and the Northeast 
Georgians who take part in Operation Round Up for their dedication to 
community service, and I look forward to seeing their continued impact.

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