[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 147 (2001), Part 12]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 17218]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]


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                          EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS

                     A TRIBUTE TO KELLY M. RAMIREZ

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                           HON. STEVE ISRAEL

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, September 17, 2001

  Mr. ISRAEL. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I rise today to 
recognize one of New York's outstanding young students, Kelly M. 
Ramirez. On September 20, 2001, the women of Girl Scout Troop 801 will 
recognize Kelly for receiving her gold award.
  Since the beginning of the last century, the Girl Scouts of America 
have provided thousands of young women each year with the opportunity 
to make friends, explore new ideas, and develop leadership skills while 
learning self-reliance and teamwork.
  These awards are presented only to those who possess the qualities 
that make our Nation great: commitment to excellence, hard work, and 
genuine love of community service. The Gold Award represents the 
highest awards attainable by junior and high school Girl Scouts.
  I ask colleagues to join me in congratulating the recipient of this 
award, as her activity is indeed worthy of praise. Her leadership 
benefits our community and she serves as a role model for her peers.
  Also, we must not forget the unsung heroes, who continue to devote a 
large part of their lives to make all this possible. Therefore, I 
salute the families, scout leaders, and countless others who have give 
generously of their time and energy in support of scouting.
  It is with great pride that I recognize the achievements of Kelly, 
and bring the attention of Congress to this successful young woman on 
her day of recognition.

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