[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 76 (Wednesday, May 8, 2019)]
[House]
[Pages H3484-H3485]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        HONORING DR. HILDA SHIRK

  (Mr. SMUCKER asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. SMUCKER. Madam Speaker, a few weeks ago, our Nation observed 
National Public Health Week, and I rise today to honor the work and 
accomplishments of a leading figure in public health in Lancaster 
County, Dr. Hilda Shirk, who is retiring after 7 years as president and 
CEO of Lancaster Health Center.
  Dr. Shirk has been a tireless advocate for public health and for 
ensuring everyone has access to quality care,

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and she has been a tremendous leader in our Lancaster County community. 
Just last year, the health center that she leads logged over 80,000 
patient visits.
  Madam Speaker, Dr. Shirk led the health center during a pivotal time 
in the organization's history. Under her steadfast leadership, she grew 
the organization in many ways, including doubling the organization's 
operating budget, increasing its staff by nearly 50 percent, and 
increasing accessibility at two new sites in Lancaster City.
  Dr. Shirk will be retiring later this year. It is a pleasure to honor 
such an incredible community leader. We thank her for her years of 
service and wish her well in her retirement.

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