[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 153 (2007), Part 3]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 3130]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




     INTRODUCING A RESOLUTION HONORING THE ARCHITECTURAL PROFESSION

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                          HON. EARL BLUMENAUER

                               of oregon

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, February 5, 2007

  Mr. BLUMENAUER. Madam Speaker, today I am introducing a resolution 
which recognizes the contributions of the architectural profession 
during National Architecture Week. The architectural profession has 
made unique contributions to the history, texture, and quality of life 
in the United States. Through advances in building technology and 
design innovation, architects are vital to the creation of communities 
which are safe, livable and sustainable.
  This year is the 150th Anniversary of the founding of the American 
Institute of Architects, which signifies the founding of the organized 
architectural profession. This bill will honor and celebrate the work 
of the approximately 281,000 individuals in the United States who 
create the structures we cherish and towns we treasure. The bill 
additionally requests that the President issue a proclamation calling 
upon the people of the United States to recognize and celebrate 
National Architecture Week beginning April 8th.

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