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“PROCTER &” mentioning the U.S. Dept. of Commerce was published in the Extensions of Remarks section on pages E1970 on Oct. 18, 1995.
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PROCTER & GAMBLE RECEIVES 1995 NATIONAL MEDAL OF TECHNOLOGY
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HON. ROB PORTMAN
of ohio
in the house of representatives
Wednesday, October 18, 1995
Mr. PORTMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to Procter & Gamble, based in Cincinnati, OH, which was recently named as a recipient of the U.S. Government's 1995 National Medal of Technology.
Procter & Gamble will be recognized at a White House ceremony on October 18, 1995, for creating, developing, and applying advanced technologies to consumer products that have strengthened the economy while helping to improve the quality of life for consumers worldwide. Procter & Gamble has a 160-year history of introducing cutting-edge products on which Americans have come to depend--products such as Ivory soap, Crest toothpaste, and Tide detergent. Because these products are so familiar, we often overlook the advanced research and technology behind their development.
The National Medal of Technology is awarded to innovators and forward-thinking technology companies that have built new industries and fostered U.S. competitiveness. Established in 1980, the medal program is administered by the U.S. Department of Commerce's Technology Administration and the President provides final approval. Since the program's inception, 5 companies, 13 teams, and 57 individuals have been honored.
Mr. Speaker, I am proud to commend Procter & Gamble for this recognition of their excellence and congratulate them for making a difference in the lives of Americans.
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