[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 157 (2011), Part 8]
[House]
[Page 10576]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                   TRIBUTE TO DAISY OUTDOOR PRODUCTS

  (Mr. WOMACK asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. WOMACK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Daisy Outdoor 
Products, a Rogers, Arkansas, company celebrating its 125th 
anniversary.
  Daisy moved to Rogers from Plymouth, Michigan, in 1958. Since that 
move, Daisy's impact on the northwest Arkansas economy has been 
substantial--not only in providing jobs, but the incredible recognition 
this famous brand brings to our region.
  As the world's oldest and largest BB gun manufacturer, Daisy has a 
storied history. Its contributions to the shooting sports, the United 
States military, and the character of young men and women nationwide is 
noteworthy. And who can forget Ralphie in the famous movie ``A 
Christmas Story'' and his coveted Red Ryder, the most famous BB gun 
ever produced?
  Mr. Speaker, 125 years in business is a significant milestone by any 
measurement. It is a tribute to the vision, commitment, and hard work 
of the company leadership and the employees of Daisy.
  Congratulations, Daisy. I'm proud of you, and our Nation is proud of 
you.

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