[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 64 (Tuesday, April 18, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E327-E328]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      RECOGNIZING THE 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF ELBIT SYSTEMS OF AMERICA

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                            HON. KAY GRANGER

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 18, 2023

  Ms. GRANGER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 30th 
anniversary of one of Fort Worth's very own, Elbit Systems of America.
  For 30 years, Elbit Systems of America's technology, products and 
spirit have served side-by-side with warfighters, first responders, 
civil aviators, and medical personnel to fulfill the company's core 
mission: providing innovative solutions that protect and save lives.
  With fewer than 10 employees, the company was incorporated in the 
State of Delaware in 1992. But in 1993, the company started operating 
in Fort Worth after purchasing a manufacturing plant from another 
defense contractor. Operations in Fort Worth began with one contract to 
service the F-16 fighter aircraft with 170 employees, and with a 
commitment to helping its customers keep America safe.
  Today, Elbit Systems of America has grown to nearly 3,500 employees; 
annual revenues

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of almost $1.5 billion; and engineering and manufacturing facilities in 
seven states.
  It is no exaggeration to say that a huge contributor to the success 
of this business is its President & CEO, Raanan Horowitz. Raanan was 
one of the company's first employees, and since 2007 has led the 
company through America's times at war, economic challenges, and the 
uncertainty of the pandemic.
  While nearly doubling the company's revenue under this tenure, he's 
ensured that Elbit Systems of America operates by the highest 
standards. In fact, the Ethisphere Institute has honored Elbit Systems 
of America with its World's Most Ethical Company award five times since 
2014, and back-to-back in 2022 and 2023.
  Elbit Systems of America's products are found in practically every 
major weapon system, they produce surveillance systems to help secure 
America's southern border, and blood diagnostic machines to help 
protect us from illnesses and diseases.
  I'm proud to say that despite all its growth and success, Fort Worth, 
Texas remains Elbit Systems of America's home and headquarters, where 
it is actively engaged as a valued member of our community. The company 
is a national sponsor for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, raising 
awareness and funds for groundbreaking cancer research. Employees 
across the company also volunteer their personal time to support local 
food banks, family shelters, children's programs, and animal rescue.
  Earlier this year Elbit Systems of America was named one of the Best 
Companies to Work for in the Great State of Texas, and I am proud to 
count them a member of Texas' 12th Congressional District.
  I congratulate Elbit Systems of America for 30 years of operations, 
thank them for being such good neighbors and supporters of America's 
warfighters, law enforcement, and medical professionals, and wish them 
good luck during their future efforts in the decades to come.

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