[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 106 (Friday, June 20, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E596]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BELLEVUE-PAPILLION ROTARY CLUB

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                             HON. DON BACON

                              of nebraska

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, June 20, 2025

  Mr. BACON. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the Bellevue-Papillion 
Rotary Club of Nebraska on the celebration of their 50th Anniversary.
  Since its founding on January 15, 1975, the Bellevue-Papillion Rotary 
Club has exemplified the values of Rotary International by promoting 
peace, advancing education, and delivering vital services to the 
community. Over the past five decades this organization has remained a 
steadfast force for good in Eastern Sarpy County and beyond.
  The club's service includes providing college scholarships to local 
students, honoring outstanding educators, and awarding community 
grants, their work has supported organizations such as the Bellevue 
food Pantry. Habitat for Humanity, and a local shelter for survivors of 
human trafficking. The club has also funded the installation of police 
dash cameras, contributed to holiday food programs, and invested in 
public amenities such as the gazebo at the Eastern Nebraska Veterans 
Home and benches at Papillion Landing.
  In moments of crisis, the Bellevue-Papillion Rotary club has stepped 
up, including providing direct assistance to children affected by the 
2019 floods. The club also supports global initiatives, including polio 
eradication and health assistance in Africa.
  The rotary motto, ``Service Above Self'', is more than a guiding 
principle--it's a commitment the Bellevue-Papillion Rotary Club has 
lived every day for 50 years. Its members have made immeasurable 
contributions to the community and have set an example of civic 
responsibility and service.
  I commend the Bellevue-Papillion Rotary Club for its remarkable 
legacy and congratulate its members on this milestone anniversary.

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