[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 186 (Friday, October 30, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E998]
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IN RECOGNITION OF THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF DRILLING CONTRACTORS 
                            80TH ANNIVERSARY

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                            HON. LIZ CHENEY

                               of wyoming

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 30, 2020

  Ms. CHENEY. Madam Speaker, I rise today to commend the International 
Association of Drilling Contractors on its 80th anniversary as a trade 
association.
  In 1940, the International Association of Drilling Contractors, 
commonly known as IADC, was formed to address the need for a collective 
voice advocating for the interests of the oil and natural gas contract 
drilling industry. Since then, IADC has been the world's leader in 
developing drilling safety protocol and standard operating procedures.
  Today, IADC continues to exemplify the ideal model of leadership and 
remains committed to teaching the core values of safety, environmental 
stewardship, and continuous improvement of technology to generation 
after generation of America's energy workforce. Over the years, IADC 
has maintained 1,000 plus members worldwide, seventeen regional 
chapters, seven student chapters, and has accredited the training of 
nearly 2 million persons employed in the oil and gas industry, many of 
which have been hardworking Wyomingites. With six member companies 
operating in-state, IADC plays a critical role in the exploration and 
production of Wyoming's vast natural gas and oil reserves.
  Madam Speaker, I would like to extend my gratitude to the 
International Association of Drilling Contractors for eighty years of 
unwavering competence, professionalism, and commitment in support of 
the transformational drilling industry that sustains the energy 
intensive demands of our modern society.

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