[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 83 (Wednesday, May 17, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E459]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             CONGRATULATING MORRIS PORTON ON HIS RETIREMENT

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                         HON. GUS M. BILIRAKIS

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 17, 2023

  Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate my 
constituent, Morris Porton, on his retirement from the Greater Hernando 
County Chamber of Commerce. Morris has been a resident of Hernando 
County since 1972, spending much of his time giving back to our 
community through his involvement and support of various nonprofit 
organizations. Being a part of the Hernando County Chamber since 1995, 
and having served as the President of the Chamber for many years, 
Morris has played in instrumental role in the economic development of 
Hernando County. His strong leadership has helped to recruit high 
skill/high wage businesses to the area and he has consistently 
advocated for the infrastructure improvements needed to attract and 
sustain smart growth. Additionally, he has been an unwavering champion 
for workforce development through the creation of quality educational 
opportunities for all. Through his tireless service, Morris has 
carefully executed his vision of building a community in which small 
businesses can thrive and residents can work, play and live. I can 
unequivocally confirm that Hernando County is a better place because of 
Mr. Porton's work.
  I thank Morris for his dedication and service to our community. He 
has laid a solid foundation for success for those who come after him, 
and I wish him the very best in his well-earned retirement.

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