[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 31 (Tuesday, February 24, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E242]
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                                  CASA

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                           HON. ED PERLMUTTER

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 24, 2015

  Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and applaud 
Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children (CASA) of Jefferson and 
Gilpin Counties for their outstanding service to the local community.
   CASA's mission is to provide trained volunteers to advocate in court 
for the safety and well-being of abused and neglected children. CASA 
volunteers attend 35 hours of intensive training before being appointed 
to a case of child abuse or neglect. Each volunteer commits to stay 
with the case until it has concluded to ensure they are able to 
advocate for the child's best interests in the areas of education, 
health, foster placement, and most importantly a permanent and safe 
home.
   I extend my deepest congratulations to CASA of Jefferson and Gilpin 
Counties for their honor as Nonprofit of the Year by the West Chamber 
serving Jefferson County. I have no doubt they will exhibit the same 
service and dedication in all future accomplishments.

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