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STATE OF CONNECTICUTEXECUTIVE CHAMBERSHARTFORD, CONNECTICUT06106

JOHN G. ROWLANDGOVERNOR

United States Department of CommerceNational Institute of Standards and TechnologyKandy J. RohrbaughAdministration Building, Room A1111Gaithersburg, Maryland 20899-0001

Dear Friends:

February 19, 2001

On behalf of the State of Connecticut, it is my pleasure to extend warm greetings and congratulations to the members of the National Institute of Standards and Technology as your celebrate your Centennial Anniversary.

This is a tremendous distinction that I am certain you will carry with pride and honor. I commend each of you for your perseverance and dedication to equality and fairness. Your tireless efforts have paved an equal ground for all Americans to participate in what is today's most prosperous nation. Your commitment and drive is an inspiration to all of Connecticut's residents and a testament to your strength and determination.

Please know that you have my best wishes for continued success.

Sincerely,

JOHN G. ROWLANDGovernor

JGR/drm

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