[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 109 (Monday, July 14, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1152-E1153]
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HONORING ABBVIE FOR ITS OUTSTANDING COMMITMENT TO IMPROVE THE ACADEMIC 
    OPPORTUNITIES FOR LOCAL STUDENTS FROM THE CITY OF NORTH CHICAGO

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                       HON. BRADLEY S. SCHNEIDER

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, July 14, 2014

  Mr. SCHNEIDER. Mr. Speaker, I am most proud to rise today to honor 
AbbVie, a leading global biopharmaceutical company based in Illinois's 
10th District, for its incredible commitment to enhance the educational 
opportunities available to local students in its hometown, the City of 
North Chicago.
  In today's economy, education is a prerequisite for success, 
providing students with the tools and skillsets they need to climb the 
ladder of opportunity, realize their potential and accomplish their 
ambitions. We must dedicate ourselves to providing all children, 
regardless of zip code, with access to high-quality, affordable 
education so that they may fully develop their individual talents.
  AbbVie recently launched its inaugural ``Week of Possibilities,'' a 
volunteer service initiative focused on helping revitalize the City of 
North Chicago. Working alongside its nonprofit partner, Heart of 
America Foundation, AbbVie hopes to transform four North Chicago School 
libraries with innovative new layouts and refurbished interiors.
  In addition, each library will receive nearly 2,000 new books and 
high-tech new equipment, including iPads. On the first day of school, 
all of the students will go home with seven new books of their own.

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  This effort shows the tremendous impact that successful businesses 
and business leaders can have by giving back to their local 
communities. Thanks to AbbVie's outstanding commitment to service, more 
children will have the opportunity to pursue their passions and achieve 
their dreams.

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