Collins honored

For his efforts

to trim government and reduce taxes and unnecessary regulations, Rep.

Mac Collins was honored this week by the National Association of Manufacturers

with its award for Legislative Excellence in the 106th Congress.

Carolyn Hawver,

Director of Operations at the Eco-Labs McDonough plant, presented the

award to Collins in her offices in McDonough.

Joining her

in the presentation were Jeff T. Wansley, regional manager of the National

Association of Manufacturers (NAM), April Lavender, Executive Director

of the Georgia Industries Association, and Glenn Hibberts, Director of

the Georgia Employers Association.

"The Congressman

shows a true understanding of manufacturing's key role in the strength

of our economy," NAM President Jerry Jasinowski said in a written

statement. "He showed the willingness to cast the critical votes

that will boost competitiveness, job creation and prosperity for working

Americans."

"This

award is a great honor and is recognition that a common sense approach

allows us to write legislation which strengthens businesses which provide

jobs and prosperity, yet still provides protection for workers and our

environment," Collins said.

After the presentation

of the award, Collins answered questions and discussed legislative issues

with those who were present. Hawver then took Collins on a tour of the

plant, which produces liquid and solid commercial cleaning compounds.