[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 170 (Tuesday, October 17, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E982]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                               JOHN RUGA

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                        HON. JEFFERSON VAN DREW

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 17, 2023

  Mr. VAN DREW. Mr. Speaker Pro Tempore, today, I highlight the 
exceptional achievements of John Ruga, the CEO of Northeast Precast, 
one of the leading precast fabricators in the United States. Mr. Ruga's 
journey in construction began in 1998 when he founded J. Ruga 
Contractors in Vineland. He later expanded into precast manufacturing 
in 2003, leading to the renaming of the company as Northeast Precast in 
2008, marking a pivotal moment in its diversification and growth. 
Headquartered in Cumberland County, NEP is a leader in precast 
manufacturing with over two decades of experience. They handle a range 
of construction projects, from residential to public infrastructure, 
and have received accolades such as the PCI Design Award in 2010 and 
2013. Furthermore, NEP contributes significantly to our local economy, 
providing over 400 jobs in Cumberland County and contributing to South 
Jersey's prosperity. Mr. Ruga is also recognized for his partnership 
with sports figures Mike Trout and Tiger Woods to develop Trout 
National--The Reserve, a significant golf course project in Vineland 
set to be completed by 2025. Mr. John Ruga's leadership and Northeast 
Precast's contributions to the construction industry are commendable 
and I thank him for this dedication to our South Jersey community. God 
Bless John Ruga and Northeast Precast and God Bless the United States 
of America.

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