Thomas Sawyer: “I am pleased to bring the King Holiday and Service Act before the House. I want to commend the bill's chief sponsor, my…”

“I am pleased to bring the King Holiday and Service Act before the House. I want to commend the bill's chief sponsor, my good friend from Georgia, Congressman John Lewis, for his dedication to keeping Dr. King's dream alive. I also want to recognize the work of Congressman Ralph Regula, who is the Vice Chairman of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Federal Holiday Commission, and to thank him for his guidance and assistance. Finally, I want to thank Congressman Bill Clay, chairman of the Committee on Post Office and Civil Service, and Congressman Bill Ford, chairman of the Committee on Education and Labor, for their efforts in getting this measure to the floor today. H.R. 1933 would extend the life of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Federal Holiday Commission and authorize an annual appropriation for its operation. It also broadens the Commission's legislative mandate to make the promotion of community service opportunities an explicit part of the Commission's purpose. I believe that all Americans will benefit enormously if the Commission's work continues.”