[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 152 (2006), Part 15]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 20683]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO LARRY SANDERS

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                       HON. LYNN A. WESTMORELAND

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 28, 2006

  Mr. WESTMORELAND. Mr. Speaker, I rise to offer a tribute to a great 
Georgian and a great American. Larry Sanders has been a fixture of the 
Columbus community for more than 20 years.
  Larry moved to Columbus 22 years ago and began to work with the 
Columbus Regional Healthcare System and eventually moved to the CEO and 
board chairman positions. Throughout his service, Larry has been 
involved in a wide spectrum of community activities, including serving 
as chairman of the Columbus Chamber of Commerce, and serving on the 
boards of the Boy Scouts, Columbus Rotary, and Leadership Columbus.
  He was recently recognized as a recipient of the Chattahoochee 
Council of the Boy Scouts of America Distinguished Citizen Award. In 
receiving that award, he joins the ranks of such luminaries as former 
Senator Sam Nunn. The Chattahoochee Council gives the award to 
recognize an individual or group that undertakes outstanding service to 
our Nation, the state, or the local community. By presenting the award, 
the Chattahoochee Council calls attention to the honors, contributions, 
and good works of individuals.
  Mr. Speaker, Larry's service to our State and Nation definitely sets 
an example for young people across the country. As the Distinguished 
Citizen this year, I call the House to remember his accomplishments and 
service as we all continue serving our States and this country.

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