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“PROCLAMATION” mentioning the U.S. Dept of Agriculture was published in the Extensions of Remarks section on pages E1488-E1489 on Aug. 2, 2011.
The publication is reproduced in full below:
PROCLAMATION
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HON. HENRY C. ``HANK'' JOHNSON, JR.
of georgia
in the house of representatives
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker,
Whereas, thirty two years ago a virtuous woman of God accepted her calling to serve at the Department of Agriculture in Atlanta, Georgia; and
Whereas, Ms. Regenia A. Roberts began her career with the Department of Agriculture as a Stenographer in 1979 and today retires as a Lead Investigative Technician; and
Whereas, this phenomenal woman has shared her time and talents, 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. Regenia A. Roberts 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. Regenia A. Roberts on her retirement from the Department of Agriculture and to wish her well in her new endeavors;
Now Therefore, I, Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr. do hereby proclaim August 1, 2011 as Ms. Regenia A. Roberts Day in the 4th Congressional District.
Proclaimed, this 1st day of August, 2011.
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