[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 158 (2012), Part 7]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 9219]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




              IN HONOR OF PLUMBERS & PIPEFITTERS LOCAL 562

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                           HON. RUSS CARNAHAN

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, June 18, 2012

  Mr. CARNAHAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to today to recognize the 100th 
anniversary of Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 562.
  Local 562 has a proud history in local labor movement which began in 
the 1800s and I am honored to rise today to honor its people, and its 
work, over the last 100 years. Local 562's 4,500 members serve the 
plumbing and mechanical industry in 67 counties in Eastern Missouri. In 
1999 Plumbers Local 35 was merged by the International Union with 
Pipefitters Local 562 to create the new Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 
562.
  Plumbers and Pipefitters local 562 provides some of the best educated 
and trained labor workforce in the world. Its workers have participated 
in the successful construction of some of St. Louis' most significant 
initiatives, ranging from large private buildings to major 
transportation and infrastructure projects. This success is due to 
Local 562's attention to quality service and craftsmanship.
  Local 562 has also been a leader in the industry, as exemplified by 
its investing over $12 million in a new training facility. Because of 
rigorous training, members of local 562 are at the forefront of 
innovative new industries in our ever changing economy. They are 
integral to our regional and national economic development, as a well 
skilled and educated workforce is critical to a growing economy.
  For all of Local 562's contributions to our economy, it is also well 
known for its volunteer and charitable efforts in the community. The 
Plumbers & Pipefitters annually provide thousands of dollars worth of 
services to help St. Louis' poor and elderly citizens pay for their 
utility bills; donate plumbing repairs and home renovations for the 
less fortunate; help build decent and affordable housing; raise funds 
for police officers, firefighters, and emergency responders who have 
fallen in the line of duty; and volunteer time and money to children's 
hospitals.
  Recognizing a century of leadership and excellence in the 
construction industry, and in our community, I offer hearty 
congratulations to the members of Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 562, and 
thank them for their service.

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