[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 153 (2007), Part 3]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 4572]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




  ON OBSERVING THE 2007 NATIONAL SALUTE TO HOSPITALIZED VETERANS WEEK

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                            HON. JEFF MILLER

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, February 16, 2007

  Mr. MILLER of Florida. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor our 
nation's veterans as we observe the National Salute to Hospitalized 
Veterans Week.
  Each year, during the month of February, our nation's hospitalized 
veterans are recognized for their brave service to this nation. 
However, each day I am thankful for their selfless service as they put 
their lives on the line to defend our freedom at home. Many gave the 
ultimate sacrifice, and many returned home injured. Over 98,000 
veterans currently receive daily care in a Department of Veterans 
Affairs medical center, clinic, or nursing home. It is to these brave 
and women we extend our deepest gratitude.
  The price of freedom can be high, but soldiers fighting for our 
country believe freedom is worth every bit of that price and more. They 
are the reason we can sleep at night here at home, knowing full well 
that when we wake up the next day liberty will still be the cornerstone 
upon which this nation stands. We, as a nation, owe them a debt of 
gratitude, and I hope that Americans all over the world will take a 
moment this week to remember what our soldiers put on the line for our 
liberty here at home.
  The National Salute Chairman for this year is none other than famous 
singer and actor Jerry Reed. I have great confidence that Mr. Reed's 
memorable face, humor, and famous singing and songwriting will draw 
increased attention to Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Week, and I 
applaud his dedication to such a noteworthy cause. His leadership will 
be vital to informing others about our hospitalized veterans.
  Madam Speaker, on behalf of the United States Congress, it is a great 
honor for me to personally salute those who have borne the battle while 
we recognize the 2007 Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Week.

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