[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 107 (Thursday, June 23, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E666-E667]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       RECOGNIZING BRUCE PLATZMAN

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                         HON. JAMES P. McGOVERN

                            of massachusetts

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 23, 2022

  Mr. McGOVERN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Bruce 
Platzman, a passionate entrepreneur and community leader who, as CEO 
and President of the furniture manufacturing company Affordable 
Interior Systems (AIS), has improved lives both locally and nationally 
over the last three decades.
  Beginning his career as a salesperson, Bruce has been a worker in the 
furniture industry for over 35 years. In 1989 Bruce co-founded AIS and 
has been the driving engine for its rapid growth, ushering the company 
into the 21st century as a strong leader in the industry. Under his 
leadership, AIS has prioritized working with local groups, such as

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Veterans agencies, on a regular basis. From customer service to product 
development, Bruce has never wavered in his commitment to making AIS a 
company that serves and centers people.
  Bruce's passion for giving back isn't limited to his work with AIS. 
He serves on the board of directors at Make-A-Wish Massachusetts and 
Rhode Island, Mass Econ, and the Worcester Chamber of Commerce and is 
also a board member of the North Central MA Chamber of Commerce and the 
United Way of North Central Massachusetts.
  Madam Speaker, Bruce's commitment and love for our community doesn't 
stop there. At the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, Bruce led the AIS 
launch of Sew the Masks, a nationwide initiative to make and distribute 
high-quality facemasks. The program amassed almost 1,000 volunteers 
from 45 states and resulted in the donation of over 600,000 facemasks 
to first responders, frontline workers, and people in need.
  The impact of Bruce's leadership cannot be understated. He has shown, 
time and time again, remarkable initiative and commitment to both 
Central Massachusetts and this country. Although Bruce is stepping back 
from his duties as CEO and President, I know he will continue to put 
forth his unwavering commitment to supporting and nurturing the 
communities he loves for years to come.
  Madam Speaker, on behalf of the United States Congress and all the 
people in whose lives Bruce has made a difference, it is my great honor 
to thank Bruce Platzman for his service to the people of Massachusetts 
and to congratulate him on his retirement.

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