[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 162 (2016), Part 11]
[House]
[Page 14668]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




             RECOGNIZING THE FOOD BANK OF NORTHEAST GEORGIA

  (Mr. JODY B. HICE of Georgia asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. JODY B. HICE of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia for more than 20 years of dedication 
and service to the people of Georgia. Since 1992, the food bank has 
worked to combat hunger and alleviate poverty by feeding children, the 
elderly, the ill, and those in need throughout the northeastern part of 
Georgia.
  Just this past October, my staff and I had the distinct pleasure of 
lending a hand to the hardworking staff of the food bank and saw their 
actions, which are indeed remarkable. Just this year alone, the food 
bank has distributed nearly 12 million pounds of food, which equals 
about 10\1/2\ million meals.
  This is truly an outstanding organization that continues to expand 
its reach and scope through its charitable contributions.
  Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to ask my colleagues to join me in 
recognizing the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia for their outstanding 
service. I am honored deeply to have them in the 10th District of 
Georgia. I give my best wishes to the food bank and their staff as they 
continue to serve those in need.

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