[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 137 (Wednesday, November 12, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1523]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                IN RECOGNITION OF KATHERINE GRANT-DAVIS

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                        HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR.

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 12, 2014

  Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to recognize the 
accomplishments of Ms. Katherine Grant-Davis as she retires as 
President and CEO of the New Jersey Primary Care Association. Her 
contributions to the health care field are truly deserving of this 
body's recognition.
  Ms. Grant-Davis brought a wealth of experience to the New Jersey 
Primary Care Association. Prior to joining the New Jersey Primary Care 
Association, Ms. Grant-Davis served as the New Jersey Department of 
Health Chief of Staff. She also held positions as Director of Payment 
and Health Care Delivery for the Health Industry Manufacturers 
Association in Washington, D.C., Assistant Director and Acting Director 
of the New Jersey DRG Hospital Reimbursement Program, Director of the 
New Jersey WIC Program and Project Director for Title XX 
Implementation. She also served on Governor Jon Corzine's Department of 
Health and Senior Services Transition Team and Governor James 
McGreevey's Department of Human Services Transition Team.
  In addition to her professional work, Ms. Grant-Davis is an active 
member of the community, working with Jack and Jill of America, The 
Links, Inc., the National Association of Community Health Centers, 
Capital Link, Inc. and the United States Swimming Association. She has 
been named one of the 100 Most Influential New Jerseyans by City News 
and one of the Power 50 in Health Care by NJ Biz. She has also received 
numerous awards her service and accomplishments, including the National 
Association of Community Health Centers Leadership Award, the New 
Jersey Citizen Action Community Service Award and the Shirley Chisholm 
Catalyst for Change Award, among many others.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me in congratulating Ms. Katherine Grant-
Davis on her retirement and thanking her for her service to the 
residents of New Jersey.

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