[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 186 (Monday, December 16, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H7148]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 IN RECOGNITION OF NITTANY LEATHERNECKS

  (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the 
Nittany Leathernecks' contribution to Christmas throughout the 
Commonwealth.
  The Nittany Leathernecks Detachment of the Marine Corps League is a 
community service organization composed of active, retired, and former 
marines.
  Since 1947, the mission of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for 
Tots Program has been to collect new, unwrapped toys during October, 
November, and December each year and to distribute them as Christmas 
gifts to less-fortunate children in the community.
  The Nittany Leathernecks Detachment coordinates Toys for Tots for 
Centre County. The detachment works with the Centre County Adult 
Services office, which coordinates with seven Centre County food 
pantries to identify needy children and distribute toys.
  The Nittany Leathernecks campaign annually provides a Christmas gift 
experience to over 9,000 children.
  Mr. Speaker, I thank the selfless marines for their service to our 
country and their dedication to uplifting our communities. I wish them 
a merry Christmas.

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