[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 25 (Thursday, February 11, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E164]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




HONORING HOUSTON HISPANIC FORUM ON ITS 30TH ANNUAL CAREER AND EDUCATION 
                                  DAY

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                            HON. GENE GREEN

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, February 11, 2016

  Mr. GENE GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 
Houston Hispanic Forum for hosting its 30th annual Career and Education 
Day and for its commitment to the Greater Houston community.
  The Houston Hispanic Forum is a community-based, non-profit 
organization whose mission is to ``empower and inspire the success of 
the large and fast-growing Hispanic community in the Greater Houston 
area, thereby strengthening the entire community.''
  This year's Career and Education Day will bring 12,000 middle and 
high school students from throughout Houston and Harris County and 
surrounding communities to the George R. Brown Convention Center on 
February 13 for a day-long event to prepare our students for college 
and the professional world.
  Students and their parents will have the opportunity to speak and 
learn from experts in over 55 professions, including accounting, 
journalism, and rocket science. The fair will have over 100 exhibitors, 
including local and national colleges and universities, trade schools, 
non-profit organizations, and large companies. Trained experts will be 
providing valuable assistance on how to apply for federal financial 
aid, deferred action, and tax consultation.
  All of these opportunities and services will be available free of 
charge.
  The economy of the 21st century demands a highly educated workforce. 
If Houston and Texas are to continue leading our nation in innovation 
and prosperity, we must educate and train all of our young people, 
regardless of race, ethnicity, or income, for the new economy. This is 
why organizations like the Houston Hispanic Forum and events like 
Career and Education Day are so valuable.
  I would like to thank Houston Hispanic Forum President Daniel 
Contreras and its Board of Directors and staff for all the time and 
effort putting this special day together.
  I would also like to thank our local school districts, colleges and 
universities for their participation and great efforts they make to 
provide a world class education to all of Houston's students.

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