[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 33 (Friday, February 23, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E212]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   RECOGNIZING GIRL SCOUT TROOP 2672

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                        HON. NYDIA M. VELAZQUEZ

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, February 23, 2018

  Ms. VELAZQUEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize Girl Scout Troop 2672 
and especially Samantha Roberts, Elena Marquez, Dahlia Sussman, and 
Zola Coppa for raising money to help children in Puerto Rico after 
Hurricane Maria. Their event was a big success, and I applaud them for 
their creativity and dedication. Puerto Rico needs all the help it can 
get--and these young leaders are to be commended for helping the 
Island's residents during these difficult times.
  By engaging fellow students to raise money at a bowling event, Troop 
2672 was able to rally a community around an important cause. It is 
inspiring to see young people identifying a purpose and then taking 
meaningful steps to help.
  Puerto Rico and New York City have long shared a powerful bond, and 
it is too often forgotten that the people of Puerto Rico are American 
citizens. The efforts of these dedicated Girl Scouts are an important 
reminder that we cannot turn our backs on the Island.
  It is great to see young women taking leadership roles and making a 
difference in both their local communities and for Puerto Rico. My best 
wishes to Troop 2672 as they continue the school year and Girl Scout 
activities and projects. I am heartened by their resolve and inspired 
by their desire to lend a helping hand. These young leaders make all 
New Yorkers proud.

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