[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 153 (2007), Part 23]
[Senate]
[Page 31586]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                         RECOGNIZING DON AMERT

 Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, I wish to recognize Don Amert for 
receiving the Supporter of the Year Award from the South Dakota Habitat 
for Humanity. This is a prestigious award that reflects his hard work 
and dedication to eliminating poverty around the world. It is also a 
reflection of the valuable role he has played in giving back to his 
local community.
  Don Amert with East Central South Dakota Habitat for Humanity is a 
partner in Amert Construction of Madison, SD. He has provided 
leadership as the East Central South Dakota Habitat for Humanity's 
construction chairman. Along with help from volunteers, Don completed 
the first 2 houses for East Central South Dakota Habitat for Humanity. 
Not only did Don provide affordable housing, but he also taught his 
volunteers proper building techniques.
  It gives me great pleasure to recognize Don Amert and to congratulate 
him on receiving this well-earned award and wish him continued success 
in the years to come.

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