[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 103 (Wednesday, July 11, 2012)]
[Senate]
[Page S4890]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             RECOGNIZING THE HEALTHY COMMUNITIES COALITION

 Mr. HELLER. Mr. President, I rise today to recognize the 
Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties, HCC, for its 
dedication to meeting Nevadans' healthcare needs. The HCC serves 8 of 
Nevada's rural areas by partnering with local agencies to provide 
health and wellness resources to the Silver State's most remote 
communities. I am proud to honor the HCC's commitment to serving the 
citizens of my home State.
  Local residents created the HCC in 1995 to provide a safe environment 
for Nevada's youth by reducing poverty and substance abuse. Adapting to 
Nevada's evolving needs, the HCC expanded its resources to provide 
rural Nevadans of all ages with health and wellness resources they 
could otherwise not access. Promoting healthy communities in Nevada for 
over a decade, the HCC remains dedicated to addressing local needs to 
capitalize on local strengths.
  Nevada has been one of the hardest-hit States in this difficult 
economic climate. Far too many Nevadans are out of work and continue 
facing great difficulties. I commend and appreciate organizations like 
the HCC, which offers assistance to struggling Nevadans who depend on 
their local resources. The HCC is empowering the communities of rural 
Nevada as we work to return America's economy back to a period of 
greater prosperity.
  Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing the HCC for all 
it does for the Silver State. I wish the HCC staff continued success 
and thank them wholeheartedly for their efforts to encourage a healthy 
community for all Nevadans.

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