[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 161 (2015), Part 8]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 10447]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




 CONGRATULATING PIONEER NATURAL RESOURCES ON EARNING PLACEMENT ON THE 
                            FORTUNE 500 LIST

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                          HON. KENNY MARCHANT

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 24, 2015

  Mr. MARCHANT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Pioneer Natural 
Resources of Irving, Texas, on having a successful fiscal year and 
joining an elite group of businesses on the Fortune 500 list.
  Pioneer is a strong and driven company set on providing oil and 
natural gas to the world. They work to meet the needs and demands of 
the oil and natural gas market that drives much of the energy industry. 
Pioneer has provided many years of stable economic growth, producing 
jobs and opportunities worldwide. It is an incredibly active and 
enriching company, and I am honored to have such a business within the 
24th district of Texas.
  This company was not built overnight. Pioneer came to be by 
hardworking individuals and tactical strategic intelligent business 
maneuvers. With large oil and natural gas operations, its economic 
impact is felt far and wide. But its positive impact on local 
communities is just as meaningful. Pioneer's employees give back by 
volunteering for Habitat for Humanity, Dallas Court Appointed Special 
Advocates, the United Way, and the North Texas Food Bank, to name a 
few.
  By focusing on economic growth and helping the communities in which 
they are involved, Pioneer has built a strong reputation. This company 
will continue expanding and practicing smart business tactics that will 
bring about more jobs and enrich the lives of Texans and many others. 
Pioneer has brought pride to the 24th district of Texas and continues 
to be a positive influence in the state and our country.
  Mr. Speaker, it is a pleasure to recognize Pioneer Natural Resources 
as a member of the Forbes 500 list. I ask all of my distinguished 
colleagues to join me in celebrating such an accomplishment.

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