Recognizing the Induction of Mr. Nino Green

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Mr. BERGMAN. Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to recognize Mr. Nino Green for his dedication to the working men and women of Michigan and to congratulate him on his induction into the Upper Peninsula Labor Hall of Fame.

Nino began his accomplished career as a lawyer in 1964 and soon thereafter was appointed as the first executive director of the Upper Peninsula Legal Services, where he provided free, high quality legal advice and representation for individuals and families in need. In 1969, Mr. Green transitioned to a private practice where he tirelessly worked to defend the rights of Michigan laborers.

A celebrated mediator, Nino Green represented federal employees before the E.E.O.C., Merit System Protection Board, F.A.A., and U.S. Forest Service. He also argued cases before the Michigan Workers Compensation Board, Employment Security Commission. Employment Relations Commission, Civil Service Commission, Department of Civil Rights, and State Employee's Retirement System. In addition, he led negotiations for collective bargaining agreements which settled strikes at St. Francis Hospital in Escanaba, Lodal in Kingsford, and Celotex in L'Anse.

Mr.Speaker, it is my honor to recognize Mr. Nino Green for his extensive efforts to protect workers' rights and serve his community. On behalf of Michigan's First Congressional District, I'd like to thank Mr. Green for his devotion to the workers of Northern Michigan and congratulate him on this well-deserved accomplishment.

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