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“A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING ELLEN LAZAR” mentioning the Federal Reserve System was published in the Extensions of Remarks section on pages E1997-E1998 on Oct. 8, 2003.
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A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING ELLEN LAZAR
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HON. ROBERT W. NEY
of ohio
in the house of representatives
Wednesday, October 8, 2003
Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker:
Whereas, Ellen Lazar has demonstrated extraordinary leadership and dedication; and
Whereas, Ellen Lazar has led the Neighborhood Reinvestment Corporation in aiding communities by creating and preserving affordable housing, providing homeownership counseling to nearly 222,000 families, and generating nearly $5 billion in direct investment in these communities; and
Whereas, Ellen Lazar has developed a strong management team and operational plan to expand the scope and effectiveness of Neighborhood Reinvestment Corporation;
Therefore, I join the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System in congratulating Ellen Lazar for her outstanding tenure as Executive Director of Neighborhood Reinvestment.
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