[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 159 (2013), Part 9]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 13076]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                        HONORING MR. TOM MILLER

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                          HON. KRISTI L. NOEM

                            of south dakota

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, August 1, 2013

  Mrs. NOEM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a truly outstanding 
individual and his lifelong commitment to public service, Mr. Tom 
Miller. Tom has two passions: first and foremost, his two daughters; 
and second, advocacy on behalf of individuals with disabilities. His 
lifelong service on behalf of this population has not only earned him 
recognition within the disability community throughout South Dakota, 
but also high honors within our great state as the recipient of the 
2011 Governor's Award for an Outstanding Citizen with a Disability.
  Tom has also had great impact on a national level, working within the 
AbilityOne Program through his service on the 
SourceAmericaTM Board for the past 15 years. His dedication 
and commitment to the employment of people who have disabilities has 
opened the doors of opportunity to tens of thousands of deserving 
Americans, making their own dreams of becoming productive citizens 
become a reality. Tom has personally educated hundreds of his peers on 
self-advocacy, helping these individuals visit Capitol Hill and ensure 
we know what is important to them. Words like fearless, straight 
talking, devoted, mentor, father and advocate begin to capture the 
essence of Tom. He is a true leader.
  As an AbilityOne Congressional Champion, I am honored to recognize 
Tom for his lifetime commitment to service. South Dakota is a better 
state, and America a better nation thanks to people like Tom Miller.

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