[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 48 (Wednesday, March 26, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E445]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH

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                          HON. LORETTA SANCHEZ

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 26, 2014

  Ms. LORETTA SANCHEZ of California. Mr. Speaker, in March, we 
celebrate Women's History Month; a time to revere on the vital 
contributions women have made to American history. Today, 140 women for 
every 100 men will earn a degree in American colleges while still 
experiencing a pay of 81 cents for every dollar men make.
  In the health insurance market, women have often paid more and faced 
discrimination due to health status and gender. However, implementation 
of the ACA has provided the prospect of health coverage for up to 18.6 
million previously uninsured women. In addition, there are more than 
200,000 women in the military who serve on active duty. It is important 
to recognize their service, and honor them by providing them with the 
same opportunities as the men have in the military, along with an 
environment free from sexual assault.
  Women remain the unsung heroes of our society. While progress has 
been celebrated, it is critical to the future economic and social 
fabric of the nation to work towards creating a more equitable 
environment that harvests future generations of prosperous and thriving 
women.

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