[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 96 (Thursday, June 19, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1023]
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          RECOGNIZING THE WORK AND DEDICATION OF REV. LOU NESS

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                           HON. CHERI BUSTOS

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 19, 2014

  Mrs. BUSTOS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the work and 
devotion of Rev. Louisett Ness of Rockford, Illinois, who has, in just 
over two months, walked from Rockford to Washington D.C. to draw 
attention to the plight of the poverty stricken in America.
   Lou, a 65 year old grandmother, is the Executive Director of Shelter 
Care ministries in Rockford. Lou's dedication on this 756-mile march 
has been inspiring, and I was proud to greet her today as she reached 
her final destination, here at the U.S. Capitol.
   I'd also like to applaud the staff and volunteers at Shelter Care 
Ministries for the work they do every day to provide emergency and 
transitional housing for the homeless, as well as valuable support 
services including child care and career counseling.
   Mr. Speaker, I commend Lou for having the courage to confront the 
societal challenge of poverty by embarking on this journey and acting 
as a voice for those less fortunate.

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