[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 178 (Friday, December 9, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1674]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   IN RECOGNITION OF THE 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF SIERRA HEALTH FOUNDATION

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                          HON. DORIS O. MATSUI

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, December 8, 2016

  Ms. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 30th 
anniversary of Sierra Health Foundation. As the staff, local partners, 
and community members gather to celebrate this momentous occasion and 
the impactful work that has been done in our community over the past 30 
years, I ask all of my colleagues to join me in recognizing this 
outstanding organization.
  I know firsthand the incredible impact Sierra Health Foundation has 
on our community. I have long been a supporter of Sierra Health 
Foundation and I will continue to offer my support in any way that I 
can because I believe in their mission to support and elevate 
partnerships and programs that improve health and quality of life for 
underserved communities in Northern California.
  Since Sierra Health Foundation began grant funding in 1985, they have 
awarded more than $97 million in cash grants to 1,004 nonprofit 
organizations and public agencies. Today, Sierra Health Foundation's 
funding region includes 26 counties in Northern California. The 
programs funded by Sierra Health Foundation in these counties address 
important issues such as racial and health equity and juvenile justice. 
Sierra Health Foundation has been a dedicated and forward-thinking 
leader in changing the landscape of Northern California for the better; 
from implementing the Affordable Care Act to pushing forward efforts to 
improve outcomes for young men and boys of color in our region.
  Mr. Speaker, as Sierra Health Foundation and esteemed members of the 
community gather to celebrate their 30th anniversary, I ask all my 
colleagues to join me in honoring 30 years of service to our region.

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