[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 161 (Friday, September 28, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1349]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             HONORING THE CHILD CARE COUNCIL OF WESTCHESTER

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                           HON. NITA M. LOWEY

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 28, 2018

  Mrs. LOWEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Child Care Council 
of Westchester as it hosts its 50th Anniversary Celebration on October 
18, 2018.
  The Child Care Council of Westchester promotes quality child care and 
education to support the healthy development of children and families. 
For children, the Council is a safe space to learn and grow. For 
parents, the Council eases the financial burden of child care by 
providing high quality, affordable child care for working families. For 
child care professionals, the Council acts as an information hub on 
running a business, providing quality care, and meeting legal 
obligations. Finally, for Westchester employers, the Council provides 
parents with resources and referrals to have successful employment and 
careers.
  The Child Care Council's continued success in Westchester can be 
largely attributed to its Executive Director Kathy Halas. Since 2003, 
Ms. Halas has led the Council as it advocates for the importance of 
healthy childhood development and quality child care. Ms. Halas' 
unwavering activism is an inspiration to us all and can be credited 
with the care of countless children throughout Westchester County and 
beyond.
  Mr. Speaker, I am proud to have worked alongside Kathy Halas and the 
Child Care Services of Westchester to support quality early care and 
education for all children. I urge my colleagues to join me in 
recognizing this incredible organization and applauding its 50 years of 
service to Westchester County as it celebrates this golden anniversary.

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