I am delighted to extend my warmest greetings to all those observing National Engineers Week.

Engineers have made significant contributions to America's economyand our overall quality of life. In protecting our citizens, exploring newfrontiers, developing our industries, and educating our young people,engineers have been vital to the crowning achievements of this great country. These dedicated men and women continue to lead our Nationto a better future, pioneering innovations in fields as vast and diverse ashealth care, the environment, the space program, and technology of allkinds.

This week's activities will prove invaluable in providing the nextgeneration of engineers insight into the opportunities available to themand allowing today's professionals to illustrate their energy and passionfor engineering.

Laura joins me in sending congratulations on the 50th anniversary ofthis important event and best wishes for a successful National Engineers Week.