[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 153 (2007), Part 25]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 34113]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                   PAYING TRIBUTE TO ROBERT P. ELLIS

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                           HON. JON C. PORTER

                               of nevada

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 12, 2007

  Mr. PORTER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor my friend Robert P. 
Ellis and his dedication to the Southern Nevada community.
  Robert ``Bobby'' Ellis is the President and CEO of B&E Auto Auction, 
an independently-owned salvage company. It was recently announced that 
B&E will sell their assets to a national company, a decision that 
should enhance their ability to serve customers' needs in Nevada.
  Bobby also founded the Coalition of Independent Salvage Pools of 
America in 2000, a partnership of independently owned salvage companies 
who make it their mission to provide reliable service, competitive 
pricing that benefits insurance companies, and commitment to their 
individual local communities and state.
  Bobby proved his devotion to education by establishing the Robert and 
Sandy Ellis Scholarship Fund for students at Nevada State College in 
2004. Robert and his wife believed that this scholarship endowment 
would not only help students obtain a college education, but would help 
the future economic growth and development of Southern Nevada. In 
addition to his generous donations to educational institutions, Robert 
has truly embraced the spirit of philanthropy and has greatly 
contributed to his surrounding community.
  Madam Speaker, I am proud to honor my good friend Bobby P. Ellis. His 
steadfast loyalty to the state of Nevada is an example to us all, and I 
wish him continued success with all his future endeavors.

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