[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 55 (Thursday, April 16, 2015)]
[House]
[Page H2295]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          HONORING MANO A MANO

  (Mr. DOLD asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. DOLD. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor Mano a Mano on its 15-year 
anniversary in Round Lake Park and to recognize the staff and 
volunteers who support this incredible organization.
  In 2000, community leaders saw a rise in the Latino immigrant 
population, as well as the struggles they face due to language barriers 
and a lack of higher education.
  Mr. Speaker, these leaders took it upon themselves to help the 
growing community through support and education. They opened the doors 
of Mano a Mano and began providing services such as community school 
for parents, kindergarten readiness, citizenship preparation, 
employment connection, and health education.
  It is because of organizations like Mano a Mano that families can 
break down the barriers they face and succeed. Through these services, 
Mr. Speaker, Mano a Mano has empowered immigrants and underserved 
families to become proud contributing members of our community.
  I congratulate them on their 15-year anniversary.

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