[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 79 (Friday, May 7, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E490]
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                 IN RECOGNITION OF NATIONAL NURSES WEEK

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                         HON. ROBERT J. WITTMAN

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, May 7, 2021

  Mr. WITTMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize National Nurses 
Week, a celebration to acknowledge our nurses for their unwavering 
courage, hard work and dedication. Our frontline heroes have been at 
the forefront of this global pandemic, and their sacrifice is well-
deserving of recognition.
  For many healthcare workers, this past year has been the toughest 
challenge of their career. Despite these unprecedent obstacles, they 
have continued to show bravery and selflessness by risking their own 
health to provide patients with the utmost care.
  Along with the fear of the unknown and the rigorous work schedule, 
our frontline line workers have made huge personal sacrifices as well. 
Despite living with the fear of contracting COVID-19 themselves or 
potentially bringing the virus home to their loved ones; these 
healthcare workers still manage to do their jobs and protect our 
communities.
  In celebration of National Nurses Week, I encourage everyone to take 
the time to thank our nurses for choosing selflessness over self-
preservation and rising to the challenge of COVID-19. Therefore, Madam 
Speaker, I ask that you rise with me to celebrate National Nurses Week.

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