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“HONORING MARGARET JEAN LABORN” mentioning the U.S. Dept. of Commerce was published in the Extensions of Remarks section on pages E1464 on Sept. 10, 2012.
The publication is reproduced in full below:
HONORING MARGARET JEAN LABORN
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HON. HENRY C. ``HANK'' JOHNSON, JR.
of georgia
in the house of representatives
Monday, September 10, 2012
Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I submit the following proclamation.
Whereas, twenty-nine years ago a virtuous woman of God accepted her calling to serve in the Government of the United States of America; and
Whereas, Ms. Margaret Jean Laborn began her career service with two years in the United States Marine Corps and since 1987, has served in the United States Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration (EDA) retiring today as an Economic Development Assistant; and
Whereas, this phenomenal woman has shared her time and talents in both military and civilian service giving the citizens of our District a friend to help those in need, a fearless leader and a servant to all who wants to insure that the system works for everyone; and
Whereas, Ms. Margaret Jean Laborn is a cornerstone in our community that has enhanced the lives of thousands for the betterment of our District and Nation; and
Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the Fourth District of Georgia has set aside this day to honor and recognize Ms. Margaret Jean Laborn on her retirement and to wish her well in her new endeavors;
Now therefore, I, Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr. do hereby proclaim July 31, 2012 as Ms. Margaret Jean Laborn Day in the 4th Congressional District.
Proclaimed, this 31st day of July, 2012.
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