[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 208 (Thursday, December 2, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1308]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   HONORING OUTSTANDING AMBASSADOR OF THE YEAR AWARD RECIPIENT NORTH 
                      CAROLINA SENATOR PAUL NEWTON

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                          HON. RICHARD HUDSON

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, December 2, 2021

  Mr. HUDSON. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor North Carolina 
Senator Paul Newton for his recognition as Outstanding Ambassador of 
the Year by the Cabarrus County Convention and Visitors Bureau.
  Outstanding Ambassador of the Year is presented by the Cabarrus 
County Convention and Visitors Bureau to an individual who represents 
Cabarrus County by providing exceptional service to visitors. Working 
in coordination with the North Carolina Travel Industry Association, 
Senator Newton's leadership effectuated the inclusion of a specific 
provision in House Bill 196 that makes tourism development authorities 
in North Carolina eligible for the federal Payroll Protection Program 
(PPP). This quick and impactful response to the economic struggles 
brought on by the COVID-19 Pandemic has effectively reduced layoffs and 
allowed businesses in the hospitality and tourism industries to remain 
economically stable so they may continue providing services to visitors 
and all members of their communities.
  I would like to extend my most heartfelt appreciation to Senator 
Newton for his exemplary service to the tourism and hospitality 
industries in Cabarrus County and North Carolina as a whole. It is an 
honor and a privilege to serve and represent the people of Cabarrus 
County by his side. I know I speak for our entire community in wishing 
him continued success and happiness.
  Madam Speaker, please join me today in congratulating Senator Paul 
Newton as the Cabarrus County Convention and Visitors Bureau 
Outstanding Ambassador of the Year Award recipient and wish him well as 
he continues to address the needs of his constituency.

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