[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 160 (2014), Part 8]
[Senate]
[Page 10897]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                         NATIONAL ROOFING WEEK

 Mr. KIRK. Mr. President, I wish to recognize the National 
Roofing Contractors Association, NRCA, headquartered in Rosemont, IL, 
and its efforts to designate the week of July 6-12, 2014 as National 
Roofing Week.
  The roof is one of the most important components of any home or 
business. It is the first line of defense against natural elements, 
such as rain, snow or wind, and yet it is often taken for granted until 
it falls into disrepair. National Roofing Week recognizes the thousands 
of roofing contractors and roofing-related businesses across the 
country, the industry's commitment to public service and is a valuable 
reminder of the significance quality roofing has on every home and 
business in the United States.
  Established in 1886, NRCA is one of the Nation's oldest trade 
associations and the voice of professional roofing contractors 
worldwide. Today, the NRCA has more than 3,800 members located across 
all 50 States and represents a variety of industry stakeholders, 
including roofing, roof deck, and water proofing contractors. Utilizing 
its vast network of roofing contractors and industry-related members, 
NRCA is responsible for the installation of the majority of new 
construction and replacement roof systems on commercial and residential 
structures in America. With most of its members employed by small, 
privately held businesses, the NRCA represents thousands of hard-
working families and individuals that are the backbone of our economy.
  Professional roofing contractors provide vital services to their 
communities, both on and off the clock. This year NRCA members will 
gather in Chicago, IL throughout the week of July 6-12 and donate their 
time and materials to charitable community service roofing projects 
throughout the Chicago area. I commend the NRCA and the vital role the 
organization and its members play in every community and I ask my 
colleagues to join me in acknowledging their contributions during 
National Roofing Week.

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