[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 108 (Tuesday, June 22, 2021)]
[House]
[Page H2938]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               AMATEUR RADIO SERVES AN IMPORTANT PURPOSE

  (Mrs. LESKO asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Mrs. LESKO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the important 
contributions of amateur radio operators in Arizona and across the 
Nation.
  Throughout our Nation's history, amateur radio has served an 
important purpose. From providing a means of communication in times of 
crisis, to assisting emergency operators in natural disasters, amateur 
radio operators are an important part of the communities across our 
country.
  Arizona is home to at least 23,000 amateur radio operators and 
hundreds of amateur radio groups and clubs. This week, the American 
Radio Relay League will host their annual field day, where thousands of 
amateur radio groups across the country will prepare for future crises.
  Since 1933, amateur radio operators have practiced the rapid and 
effective deployment of radio communications equipment through these 
field day events.
  I am honored to recognize the important contributions of amateur 
radio operators, and I wish them a safe and effective field day this 
weekend.

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