James Traficant: “on June 20, 1996, the torch which will be used to officially open the 1996 Summer Olympics will pass through the…”

“on June 20, 1996, the torch which will be used to officially open the 1996 Summer Olympics will pass through the Nation's Capital on its way to Atlanta for the opening ceremonies. A resolution is needed to authorize use of the Capitol Grounds due to a prohibition against open flames on the Grounds. It is with special pride and an honor that the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee can join the rest of the country in welcoming all visitors to the Olympics and show our support for all the athletes who will compete. The Olympic torch will be carried by runners who have been nominated and chosen from their communities for their outstanding volunteer activities and community service. Approximately every one-half kilometer the torch will be passed to a new runner. In my own district 13 runners participated on Monday, June 10, 1996, by carrying the torch along the shores of Lake Erie. They included Theresa Bishop, Madonna Chism, Colleen Dippolito, Thomas Grantonic, Yong Lee, Steven Meads, Kyle Obradovich, Anthony Parish, Rev. Charles Ready, Gilbert Rieger, Melissa Snyder, Greg Yurco, and John Zimomra. We are exceedingly proud of these young people. I urge support for this resolution and thank Mr. Gilchrest for his prompt attention to this request.”