[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 81 (Thursday, May 12, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E496]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING KATHLEEN ANN CARLSON FOR BEING INDUCTED INTO THE UPPER 
                      PENINSULA LABOR HALL OF FAME

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                           HON. JACK BERGMAN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 12, 2022

  Mr. BERGMAN. Madam Speaker, it's my honor to recognize Kathleen Ann 
Carlson for her induction into the Upper Peninsula Labor Hall of Fame. 
Through a lifetime of service and devotion to the public good, Kathleen 
has become an indispensable part of the Upper Peninsula and the state 
of Michigan.
  The U.P. Labor Hall of Fame was established in 1993 to recognize 
unionists who have made outstanding contributions to the cause of 
worker dignity and workplace fairness. With a lifetime of service to 
her community in healthcare and local labor groups, Kathleen is very 
deserving of this honor.
  Kathleen was born in Iron River, Michigan, on September 19, 1960, and 
was the youngest of four children. After starting a family, she 
returned to work in 1985 and was hired by the Marquette County Health 
Department in the Accounting Department of Administrative Services. Her 
experience there inspired her to join her American Federation of State, 
County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local as a steward, then 
Treasurer, and eventually the first female President.
  During her involvement with AFSCME, Kathleen successfully advocated 
for and helped give a voice to workers across the Upper Peninsula. Over 
the years, she went on to serve in multiple positions in different 
local union organizations such as U.P. Labor Management Council 
delegate, AFSCME Staff Representative, a transition team member for the 
Marquette County Labor Council, and many more.
  Madam Speaker, it's my honor to recognize Kathleen Ann Carlson for 
her induction into the Upper Peninsula Labor Hall of Fame. This great 
honor reflects a lifetime of service towards the rights and well-being 
of fellow workers. Michiganders can take great pride in knowing the 
First District is home to such a dedicated leader. On behalf of my 
constituents, I wish her all the best in her future endeavors.