[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 9 (Wednesday, January 11, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E19-E20]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING HOWARD GANTER FOR 44 YEARS OF SERVICE AT THE ARC JEFFERSON--
                              ST. LAWRENCE

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                         HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 11, 2023

  Ms. STEFANIK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Howard ``Howie'' 
Ganter for over 40 years of service to The Arc Jefferson--St. Lawrence, 
formerly Jefferson Rehabilitation Center. Since 1978, Howie has served 
The Arc in many capacities, culminating in his promotion to Chief 
Executive Officer in 2009.
  Howie began his career at Jefferson Rehabilitation Center in 1978 as 
a Recreation Therapist, where he was an exceptional provider of 
services for people with disabilities and truly embodied the vision of 
the Jefferson Rehabilitation Center. Under Howie's tremendous 
leadership, Jefferson Rehabilitation Center merged with St. Lawrence 
NYSARC and established The Arc Jefferson--St. Lawrence. During this 
time, Howie successfully led these organizations through a smooth 
merger, while never losing sight of their missions to enhance the lives 
of people they serve to help them achieve their hopes and aspirations.
  Howie's immense passion for serving others extended beyond his career 
at The Arc. Howie served on numerous committees and boards and 
volunteered countless hours to many organizations dedicated to helping 
those with disabilities. He served as the President of 1 World 
Foundation, where he coordinated shipments of needed supplies for 
people with disabilities in underserved areas all over the world. 
Additionally, Howie was the President of DOHL Development Corporation, 
a for-profit corporation that employs and trains nearly 100 people with 
disabilities providing them with vocational independence and 
confidence. Howie's motivation to make the world a better place for 
everyone, especially for those with disabilities, led him to lead a 
life of service even above himself.
  On behalf of New York's 21st District, I am honored to recognize 
Howie's immense contribution to his community that has assuredly left 
an indelible impact for generations to come. His dedication to serving 
those with disabilities and tireless support of The Arc should serve as 
an inspiration to us all. I congratulate him on his well-deserved 
retirement, and I wish him the best for all of his future endeavors.

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