[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 94 (Wednesday, June 5, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E714]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   CONGRATULATING KENN AND BETH ZELTEN FOR BEING NAMED 2019 CITIZEN 
                                DRIVERS

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                           HON. JACK BERGMAN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 5, 2019

  Mr. BERGMAN. Madam Speaker, it's my honor to recognize Kenn and Beth 
Zelten for being named 2019 Citizen Drivers. Through their dedicated 
service, exceptional leadership, and steadfast devotion to their 
community, Kenn and Beth have become an indispensable part of the Upper 
Peninsula of Michigan.
  The Citizen Driver program honors the hardworking professional truck 
drivers that demonstrate good citizenship, safety, community 
involvement, and leadership. None are more deserving of this honor than 
Kenn and Beth. During their more than 30-year career as a team, they 
have driven nearly 5 million miles, receiving multiple awards for their 
customer service, safety, efficiency, and overall excellence. When 
they're not driving, Kenn and Beth are active in their community--
supporting charities like the St. Christopher Fund, The Salvation Army, 
Mission of Hope, and Landstar BCO Benevolence Fund, and working with 
several groups to help the less fortunate like Abundant Life Mission 
and Project Give.
  There are more than 3.5 million professional truck drivers in the 
United States. While their work often goes unnoticed and 
underappreciated, it is vital to keeping our economy moving and daily 
life on track. Programs like Citizen Driver are a tremendous 
opportunity for us to recognize the hard work and dedication of 
professional drivers like Kenn and Beth that go above and beyond and 
serve as role models for every American.
  Madam Speaker, it's my honor to congratulate Kenn and Beth Zelten for 
their decades of service and for being named 2019 Citizen Drivers. 
Michiganders can take great pride in knowing the First District is home 
to such selfless and devoted individuals. On behalf of my constituents, 
I wish Kenn and Beth all the best in their future endeavors.

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