[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 48 (Thursday, April 11, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E422]
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                        RETIREMENT PLANNING WEEK

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                         HON. YVETTE D. CLARKE

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 11, 2013

  Ms. CLARKE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize this week, April 
8-12, 2013, as Retirement Planning Week. This week is held during the 
national effort to observe Financial Literacy Month. This endeavor 
promotes the education and awareness of important financial issues and 
provides Americans with essential retirement planning information.
  Comprehensive retirement planning is an important step that will lead 
Americans into a financially secure future. But, the process can be 
challenging for consumers which leads many Americans into retirement 
without an adequate financial plan. We must make this a national 
priority and convey to our constituents the value of retirement 
planning so that more Americans can appropriately prepare for and 
attain financial security during their retirement years.
  Social Security and Medicare face long-term challenges. My 
constituents depend on Social Security and Medicare for their 
livelihood. It is important for everyone to think about long-term 
financial needs, plan for a secure retirement, and create a 
comprehensive retirement plan. It is vital to have a plan that will 
leave Americans better prepared and more confident in their financial 
future.

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